Gadhka
Gadhka is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Gadhka unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Gadhka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gadhka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadhka is 513956. The village spans a total geographical area of 3275.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361320. Khambhalia is nearest town to Gadhka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gadhka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gadhka
Population of Gadhka
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhka has a total population of about 6,306, with approximately 3,197 males and 3,109 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 823 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.09%, with male literacy at about 67.00% and female literacy near 46.90%. There are around 1,132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadhka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,306 | 3,197 | 3,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 823 | 417 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,600 | 2,142 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,706 | 1,055 | 1,651 |
Connectivity of Gadhka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadhka. As per the 2011 stats, Gadhka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhka
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadhka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadhka.
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%.