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
According to the 2011 Census, Ghantila village had a total population of 4,313 people, including 2,225 males and 2,088 females, living in 867 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 83.34% and female literacy at 66.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 4,313 | 2,225 | 2,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 232 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 73 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 4,313, including 2,225 males and 2,088 females.
How many households are there in Ghantila?
Ghantila had 867 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghantila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghantila was 75.17%. Male literacy was 83.34% and female literacy was 66.52%.