Ghoghavadar - Gondal, Rajkot
Ghoghavadar is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Ghoghavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoghavadar is 513232. The village covers a total geographical area of 1807.76 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ghoghavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoghavadar
As per Census 2011, Ghoghavadar village has a total population of 3,400 people, consisting of 1,767 males and 1,633 females. The village has 706 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,535 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoghavadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,400 | 1,767 | 1,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 183 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 95 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 2,535 | 1,375 | 1,160 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 392 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoghavadar
Ghoghavadar 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 Ghoghavadar
Ghoghavadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghoghavadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Ghoghavadar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Ghoghavadar is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoghavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoghavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoghavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoghavadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghoghavadar
Where is Ghoghavadar located?
Ghoghavadar village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoghavadar?
Ghoghavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoghavadar?
The pincode of Ghoghavadar is 360311.
What is the population of Ghoghavadar?
Ghoghavadar has a total population of 3,400, including 1,767 males and 1,633 females.
How many households are there in Ghoghavadar?
There are 706 households in Ghoghavadar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoghavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoghavadar is 74.56%. Male literacy is 77.82% and female literacy is 71.03%.