Ghanta Vadiya (West) - Kadana, Mahisagar
Ghanta Vadiya (West) is a village situated in the Kadana taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Kadana and around 70 km from Godhra. Shiyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghanta Vadiya (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanta Vadiya (West) is 517979. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.81 hectares and falls under the 389250 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ghanta Vadiya (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghanta Vadiya (West)
According to the 2011 Census, Ghanta Vadiya (West) village had a total population of 477 people, including 247 males and 230 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 79.91% and female literacy at 55.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 457.
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 | 477 | 247 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 457 | 235 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 175 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 72 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanta Vadiya (West)
Ghanta Vadiya (West) 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 Ghanta Vadiya (West)
Public transport in the Ghanta Vadiya (West) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Ghanta Vadiya (West) is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Ghanta Vadiya (West) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanta Vadiya (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanta Vadiya (West) 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 Ghanta Vadiya (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanta Vadiya (West) 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 Ghanta Vadiya (West)
Where is Ghanta Vadiya (West) located?
Ghanta Vadiya (West) village is located in Kadana Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghanta Vadiya (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghanta Vadiya (West) is Shiyal.
What is the pincode of Ghanta Vadiya (West)?
The pincode of Ghanta Vadiya (West) is 389250.
What is the population of Ghanta Vadiya (West)?
Ghanta Vadiya (West) had a total population of 477, including 247 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Ghanta Vadiya (West)?
Ghanta Vadiya (West) had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanta Vadiya (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanta Vadiya (West) was 68.42%. Male literacy was 79.91% and female literacy was 55.78%.