Ghodmal - Bansda, Navsari
Ghodmal is a village situated in the Bansda taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Ghodmal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodmal is 523210. The village covers a total geographical area of 1724.7 hectares and falls under the 396580 pincode. Bansda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghodmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghodmal
As per Census 2011, Ghodmal village has a total population of 4,109 people, consisting of 2,052 males and 2,057 females. The village has 772 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,332 literate and 1,777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,049 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,109 | 2,052 | 2,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 234 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,049 | 2,024 | 2,025 |
| Literate Population | 2,332 | 1,374 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,777 | 678 | 1,099 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodmal
Ghodmal 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 Ghodmal
Ghodmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ghodmal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansda to Ghodmal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Ghodmal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodmal 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 Ghodmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghodmal
Where is Ghodmal located?
Ghodmal village is located in Bansda Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodmal?
Ghodmal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodmal?
The pincode of Ghodmal is 396580.
What is the population of Ghodmal?
Ghodmal has a total population of 4,109, including 2,052 males and 2,057 females.
How many households are there in Ghodmal?
There are 772 households in Ghodmal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodmal is 56.75%. Male literacy is 66.96% and female literacy is 46.57%.