Ghej - Chikhli, Navsari
Ghej is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Ghej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghej is 523106. The village covers a total geographical area of 1671.66 hectares and falls under the 396521 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghej
As per Census 2011, Ghej village has a total population of 8,358 people, consisting of 4,218 males and 4,140 females. The village has 1,907 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 716 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,378 literate and 1,980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,358 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,358 | 4,218 | 4,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 360 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,358 | 2,676 | 2,682 |
| Literate Population | 6,378 | 3,449 | 2,929 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,980 | 769 | 1,211 |
Nearby Villages of Ghej
Ghej 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 Ghej
Ghej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Ghej is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Ghej is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghej 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghej
Where is Ghej located?
Ghej village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghej?
Ghej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghej?
The pincode of Ghej is 396521.
What is the population of Ghej?
Ghej has a total population of 8,358, including 4,218 males and 4,140 females.
How many households are there in Ghej?
There are 1,907 households in Ghej.
What is the literacy rate in Ghej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghej is 76.31%. Male literacy is 81.77% and female literacy is 70.75%.