Gamdau - Bhachau, Kachchh
Gamdau is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Adhoj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamdau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamdau is 506641. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.11 hectares and falls under the 370135 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gamdau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamdau
According to the 2011 Census, Gamdau village had a total population of 661 people, including 338 males and 323 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.51%, with male literacy at 58.03% and female literacy at 34.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 661 | 338 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 159 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 179 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Gamdau
Gamdau 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 Gamdau
Gamdau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to Gamdau is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Gamdau is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamdau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamdau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gamdau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamdau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gamdau
Where is Gamdau located?
Gamdau village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gamdau?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamdau is Adhoj.
What is the pincode of Gamdau?
The pincode of Gamdau is 370135.
What is the population of Gamdau?
Gamdau had a total population of 661, including 338 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Gamdau?
Gamdau had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamdau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamdau was 46.51%. Male literacy was 58.03% and female literacy was 34.81%.