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
According to the 2011 Census, Gadha village had a total population of 106 people, including 52 males and 54 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.84%, with male literacy at 52.27% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 106, including 52 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Gadha?
Gadha had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadha was 54.84%. Male literacy was 52.27% and female literacy was 57.14%.