Gadsai - Santalpur, Patan
Gadsai is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Gadsai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadsai is 508674. The village covers a total geographical area of 1223.49 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gadsai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadsai
According to the 2011 Census, Gadsai village had a total population of 2,701 people, including 1,422 males and 1,279 females, living in 565 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.71%, with male literacy at 77.61% and female literacy at 46.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 2,701 | 1,422 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 310 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,322 | 863 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,379 | 559 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Gadsai
Gadsai 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 Gadsai
Public transport in the Gadsai 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 Radhanpur to Gadsai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Gadsai is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadsai 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 Gadsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadsai 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 Gadsai
Where is Gadsai located?
Gadsai village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadsai?
Gadsai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadsai?
The pincode of Gadsai is 385360.
What is the population of Gadsai?
Gadsai had a total population of 2,701, including 1,422 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Gadsai?
Gadsai had 565 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadsai was 62.71%. Male literacy was 77.61% and female literacy was 46.08%.