Gurgadh

Gurgadh is a village located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gurgadh village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Gurgadh unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Gurgadh’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 Gurgadh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgadh is 513948. The village spans a total geographical area of 5454.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361315. Dwarka is nearest town to Gurgadh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gurgadh 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 Gurgadh

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Gurgadh

According to the 2011 Census, Gurgadh has a total population of about 1,852, with approximately 907 males and 945 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 355 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 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 46.33%, with male literacy at about 58.43% and female literacy near 34.71%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgadh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,852 907 945
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 355 163 192
Scheduled Castes (SC) 86 38 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 858 530 328
Illiterate Population 994 377 617

Connectivity of Gurgadh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurgadh. As per the 2011 stats, Gurgadh 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 Gurgadh

Knowing the nearby villages of Gurgadh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurgadh.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgadh

Where is Gurgadh located?
Gurgadh village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurgadh?
Gurgadh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gurgadh?
The pincode of Gurgadh is 361315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurgadh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgadh is 1,852, with 907 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Gurgadh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurgadh village has a total of 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurgadh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgadh is 46.33%. The male literacy rate is 58.43%, while the female literacy rate is 34.71%.