Galodiya - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Galodiya is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Galodiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galodiya is 509853. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.1 hectares and falls under the 383275 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Galodiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galodiya
As per Census 2011, Galodiya village has a total population of 2,169 people, consisting of 1,091 males and 1,078 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,595 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galodiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,169 | 1,091 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 121 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 204 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,595 | 884 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 207 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Galodiya
Galodiya 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 Galodiya
Galodiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Galodiya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Galodiya is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galodiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galodiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galodiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galodiya 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 Galodiya
Where is Galodiya located?
Galodiya village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galodiya?
Galodiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galodiya?
The pincode of Galodiya is 383275.
What is the population of Galodiya?
Galodiya has a total population of 2,169, including 1,091 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Galodiya?
There are 469 households in Galodiya.
What is the literacy rate in Galodiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galodiya is 73.54%. Male literacy is 81.03% and female literacy is 65.96%.