Gajdi - Tankara, Morbi
Gajdi is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from Jodiya and around 89 km from Jamnagar. Gajdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajdi is 513725. The village covers a total geographical area of 1175.86 hectares and falls under the 361220 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gajdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajdi
According to the 2011 Census, Gajdi village had a total population of 1,192 people, including 580 males and 612 females. The village had 253 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The village had 134 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 679 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 59 people.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 580 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 365 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 215 | 298 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gajdi
Public transport in the Gajdi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Morvi to Gajdi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gajdi is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gajdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajdi
Where is Gajdi located?
Gajdi village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajdi?
Gajdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gajdi?
The pincode of Gajdi is 361220.
What is the population of Gajdi?
Gajdi had a total population of 1,192, including 580 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Gajdi?
Gajdi had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajdi was 64.18%. Male literacy was 70.87% and female literacy was 57.83%.