Ghantila - Maliya, Morbi
Ghantila is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from Maliya and around 110 km from Rajkot. Ghantila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghantila is 512600. The village covers a total geographical area of 5954.92 hectares and falls under the 363630 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ghantila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghantila
As per Census 2011, Ghantila village has a total population of 4,313 people, consisting of 2,225 males and 2,088 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,913 literate and 1,400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghantila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,313 | 2,225 | 2,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 232 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 73 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 2,913 | 1,661 | 1,252 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,400 | 564 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Ghantila
Ghantila 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 Ghantila
Ghantila 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 Maliya to Ghantila is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Ghantila is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghantila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghantila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghantila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghantila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghantila
Where is Ghantila located?
Ghantila village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghantila?
Ghantila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghantila?
The pincode of Ghantila is 363630.
What is the population of Ghantila?
Ghantila has a total population of 4,313, including 2,225 males and 2,088 females.
How many households are there in Ghantila?
There are 867 households in Ghantila.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantila is 67.54%. Male literacy is 74.65% and female literacy is 59.96%.