Gangdi
Gangdi is a village located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gangdi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangdi unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Gangdi’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 Gangdi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangdi is 513999. The village spans a total geographical area of 1704.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361315. Porbandar is nearest town to Gangdi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangdi 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 Gangdi
Population of Gangdi
According to the 2011 Census, Gangdi has a total population of about 1,718, with approximately 870 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.77%, with male literacy at about 69.77% and female literacy near 51.53%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangdi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 870 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 607 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 263 | 411 |
Connectivity of Gangdi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangdi. As per the 2011 stats, Gangdi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangdi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangdi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangdi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangdi
- Where is Gangdi located?
- Gangdi village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangdi?
- Gangdi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangdi?
- The pincode of Gangdi is 361315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangdi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangdi is 1,718, with 870 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Gangdi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangdi village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangdi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangdi is 60.77%. The male literacy rate is 69.77%, while the female literacy rate is 51.53%.