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
According to the 2011 Census, Gada village had a total population of 2,554 people, including 1,288 males and 1,266 females, living in 436 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.75%, with male literacy at 71.63% and female literacy at 51.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,551.
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 | 2,554 | 1,288 | 1,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 241 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,554, including 1,288 males and 1,266 females.
How many households are there in Gada?
Gada had 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gada was 61.75%. Male literacy was 71.63% and female literacy was 51.49%.