Gadhka
About Gadhka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gadhka village is 513956. Gadhka village is located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 165km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gadhka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 3275.35 hectares. Gadhka has a total population of 6,306 peoples, out of which male population is 3,197 while female population is 3,109. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gadhka village is 57.09% out of which 67.00% males and 46.90% females are literate. There are about 1,132 houses in gadhka village. Pincode of gadhka village locality is 361320.
When it comes to administration, Gadhka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gadhka village comes under Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Khambhalia is nearest town to gadhka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Gadhka
The population details of Gadhka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,306 | 3,197 | 3,109 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 823 | 417 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,600 | 2,142 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,706 | 1,055 | 1,651 |
Connectivity of Gadhka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gadhka
Where is Gadhka located?
Gadhka village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhka?
Gadhka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gadhka?
The pincode of Gadhka is 361320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gadhka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadhka is 6,306, with 3,197 males and 3,109 females.
How many households are there in Gadhka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gadhka village has a total of 1,132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadhka is 57.09%. The male literacy rate is 67.00%, while the female literacy rate is 46.90%.