Garmotiya - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Garmotiya is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Garmotiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garmotiya is 518796. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.4 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garmotiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garmotiya
As per Census 2011, Garmotiya village has a total population of 1,827 people, consisting of 940 males and 887 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 1,099 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,800 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garmotiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,827 | 940 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 178 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,800 | 925 | 875 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 432 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 508 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Garmotiya
Garmotiya 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 Garmotiya
Garmotiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Halol to Garmotiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Garmotiya is about 52 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 Garmotiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garmotiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garmotiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garmotiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garmotiya
Where is Garmotiya located?
Garmotiya village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garmotiya?
Garmotiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garmotiya?
The pincode of Garmotiya is 389380.
What is the population of Garmotiya?
Garmotiya has a total population of 1,827, including 940 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Garmotiya?
There are 222 households in Garmotiya.
What is the literacy rate in Garmotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garmotiya is 39.85%. Male literacy is 45.96% and female literacy is 33.37%.