Ghodasan - Visavadar, Junagadh
Ghodasan is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Ghodasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodasan is 514609. The village covers a total geographical area of 1837.55 hectares and falls under the 362130 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ghodasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodasan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghodasan village had a total population of 1,765 people, including 899 males and 866 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.60%, with male literacy at 66.88% and female literacy at 49.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,765 | 899 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 120 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 521 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 378 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodasan
Ghodasan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodasan
Ghodasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghodasan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Ghodasan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ghodasan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghodasan
Where is Ghodasan located?
Ghodasan village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodasan?
Ghodasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodasan?
The pincode of Ghodasan is 362130.
What is the population of Ghodasan?
Ghodasan had a total population of 1,765, including 899 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Ghodasan?
Ghodasan had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodasan was 58.60%. Male literacy was 66.88% and female literacy was 49.72%.