Gadha - Upleta, Rajkot
Gadha is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Gadha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadha is 513359. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.36 hectares and falls under the 360490 pincode. Upleta is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gadha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadha
As per Census 2011, Gadha village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 52 males and 54 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Gadha
Gadha 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 Gadha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gadha.
| 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 Upleta to Gadha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Gadha is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadha 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 Gadha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadha 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 Gadha
Where is Gadha located?
Gadha village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadha?
Gadha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadha?
The pincode of Gadha is 360490.
What is the population of Gadha?
Gadha has a total population of 106, including 52 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Gadha?
There are 22 households in Gadha.
What is the literacy rate in Gadha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadha is 48.11%. Male literacy is 44.23% and female literacy is 51.85%.