Valinath - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Valinath is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Valinath village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valinath is 518769. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.42 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Valinath 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 Valinath
According to the 2011 Census, Valinath village had a total population of 903 people, including 456 males and 447 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.52%, with male literacy at 73.23% and female literacy at 55.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 903 | 456 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 152 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 290 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 166 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Valinath
Valinath 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 Valinath
Valinath 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Valinath is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Valinath 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 Valinath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valinath 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 Valinath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valinath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Valinath
Where is Valinath located?
Valinath village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valinath?
Valinath is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valinath?
The pincode of Valinath is 389380.
What is the population of Valinath?
Valinath had a total population of 903, including 456 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Valinath?
Valinath had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valinath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valinath was 64.52%. Male literacy was 73.23% and female literacy was 55.50%.