Gadhada - Vijapur, Mahesana
Gadhada is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Gadhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhada is 509426. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.4 hectares and falls under the 384570 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gadhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadhada
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhada village had a total population of 1,101 people, including 569 males and 532 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 89.59% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 1,101 | 569 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 439 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 130 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhada
Gadhada 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 Gadhada
Gadhada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Gadhada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Gadhada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhada 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 Gadhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadhada
Where is Gadhada located?
Gadhada village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhada?
Gadhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadhada?
The pincode of Gadhada is 384570.
What is the population of Gadhada?
Gadhada had a total population of 1,101, including 569 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Gadhada?
Gadhada had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhada was 73.97%. Male literacy was 89.59% and female literacy was 57.14%.