Gada - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Gada is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Santrampur and around 80 km from Godhra. Gada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gada is 518031. The village covers a total geographical area of 582.16 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gada
As per Census 2011, Gada village has a total population of 2,554 people, consisting of 1,288 males and 1,266 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 1,285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,551 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,554 | 1,288 | 1,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 241 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,551 | 1,287 | 1,264 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 750 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,285 | 538 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Gada
Gada 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 Gada
Gada 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 | 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 Santrampur to Gada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Gada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gada 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 Gada
Where is Gada located?
Gada village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gada?
Gada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gada?
The pincode of Gada is 389260.
What is the population of Gada?
Gada has a total population of 2,554, including 1,288 males and 1,266 females.
How many households are there in Gada?
There are 436 households in Gada.
What is the literacy rate in Gada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gada is 49.69%. Male literacy is 58.23% and female literacy is 41.00%.