Gadhadiya (Jam) - Jasdan, Rajkot
Gadhadiya (Jam) is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Gadhadiya (Jam) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhadiya (Jam) is 513110. The village covers a total geographical area of 835.84 hectares and falls under the 360025 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gadhadiya (Jam) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadhadiya (Jam)
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhadiya (Jam) village had a total population of 2,311 people, including 1,167 males and 1,144 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 72.13% and female literacy at 50.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 2,311 | 1,167 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 722 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,087 | 445 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhadiya (Jam)
Gadhadiya (Jam) 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 Gadhadiya (Jam)
Public transport in the Gadhadiya (Jam) 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 Jasdan to Gadhadiya (Jam) is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Gadhadiya (Jam) is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhadiya (Jam)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhadiya (Jam) 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 Gadhadiya (Jam)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhadiya (Jam) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadhadiya (Jam)
Where is Gadhadiya (Jam) located?
Gadhadiya (Jam) village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadhadiya (Jam)?
Gadhadiya (Jam) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadhadiya (Jam)?
The pincode of Gadhadiya (Jam) is 360025.
What is the population of Gadhadiya (Jam)?
Gadhadiya (Jam) had a total population of 2,311, including 1,167 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Gadhadiya (Jam)?
Gadhadiya (Jam) had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhadiya (Jam)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhadiya (Jam) was 61.54%. Male literacy was 72.13% and female literacy was 50.81%.