Gadhanpur - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Gadhanpur is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Lunawada and around 44 km from Godhra. Kakachiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhanpur is 518243. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.35 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gadhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhanpur village had a total population of 175 people, including 85 males and 90 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.79%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 83.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 175 | 85 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhanpur
Gadhanpur 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 Gadhanpur
Gadhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lunawada to Gadhanpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Gadhanpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhanpur 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 Gadhanpur
Where is Gadhanpur located?
Gadhanpur village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadhanpur is Kakachiya.
What is the pincode of Gadhanpur?
The pincode of Gadhanpur is 389230.
What is the population of Gadhanpur?
Gadhanpur had a total population of 175, including 85 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Gadhanpur?
Gadhanpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhanpur was 86.79%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 83.95%.