Gamani - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Gamani is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Gamani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamani is 518777. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.06 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gamani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamani
As per Census 2011, Gamani village has a total population of 2,920 people, consisting of 1,513 males and 1,407 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 1,826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,632 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,920 | 1,513 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 259 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,632 | 1,360 | 1,272 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 665 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,826 | 848 | 978 |
Nearby Villages of Gamani
Gamani 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 Gamani
Public transport in the Gamani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Halol to Gamani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Gamani is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamani 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 Gamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamani 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 Gamani
Where is Gamani located?
Gamani village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamani?
Gamani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gamani?
The pincode of Gamani is 389380.
What is the population of Gamani?
Gamani has a total population of 2,920, including 1,513 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Gamani?
There are 415 households in Gamani.
What is the literacy rate in Gamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamani is 37.47%. Male literacy is 43.95% and female literacy is 30.49%.