Ghodvani - Chikhli, Navsari
Ghodvani is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Ghodvani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodvani is 523112. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.54 hectares and falls under the 396060 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ghodvani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodvani
As per Census 2011, Ghodvani village has a total population of 1,801 people, consisting of 900 males and 901 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,783 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodvani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,801 | 900 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,783 | 888 | 895 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 739 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 161 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodvani
Ghodvani 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 Ghodvani
Public transport in the Ghodvani 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 Chikhli to Ghodvani is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Ghodvani is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodvani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodvani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodvani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodvani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghodvani
Where is Ghodvani located?
Ghodvani village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodvani?
Ghodvani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodvani?
The pincode of Ghodvani is 396060.
What is the population of Ghodvani?
Ghodvani has a total population of 1,801, including 900 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Ghodvani?
There are 386 households in Ghodvani.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodvani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodvani is 73.51%. Male literacy is 82.11% and female literacy is 64.93%.