Gadu - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Gadu is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Gadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadu is 509860. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.07 hectares and falls under the 383255 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadu
As per Census 2011, Gadu village has a total population of 2,483 people, consisting of 1,264 males and 1,219 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,692 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,483 | 1,264 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 191 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 388 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,692 | 981 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 283 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Gadu
Gadu 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 Gadu
Gadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khedbrahma to Gadu is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Gadu is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadu
Where is Gadu located?
Gadu village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadu?
Gadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadu?
The pincode of Gadu is 383255.
What is the population of Gadu?
Gadu has a total population of 2,483, including 1,264 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Gadu?
There are 510 households in Gadu.
What is the literacy rate in Gadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadu is 68.14%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 58.33%.