Gangadiya - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Gangadiya is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Gangadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangadiya is 518435. The village covers a total geographical area of 705.69 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gangadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangadiya
As per Census 2011, Gangadiya village has a total population of 3,460 people, consisting of 1,810 males and 1,650 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,061 literate and 1,399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,460 | 1,810 | 1,650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 281 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,061 | 1,305 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,399 | 505 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Gangadiya
Gangadiya 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 Gangadiya
Gangadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Shehera to Gangadiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Gangadiya is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangadiya 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 Gangadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangadiya 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 Gangadiya
Where is Gangadiya located?
Gangadiya village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangadiya?
Gangadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangadiya?
The pincode of Gangadiya is 389210.
What is the population of Gangadiya?
Gangadiya has a total population of 3,460, including 1,810 males and 1,650 females.
How many households are there in Gangadiya?
There are 647 households in Gangadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Gangadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangadiya is 59.57%. Male literacy is 72.10% and female literacy is 45.82%.