Ganchhali - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Ganchhali is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from Khedbrahma and around 138 km from Himatnagar. Ganchhali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganchhali is 509762. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.57 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ganchhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganchhali
As per Census 2011, Ganchhali village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,099 males and 1,114 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 622 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 1,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,199 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganchhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,099 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 304 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,199 | 1,093 | 1,106 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 408 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 691 | 869 |
Nearby Villages of Ganchhali
Ganchhali 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 Ganchhali
Ganchhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ganchhali has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Ganchhali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Ganchhali is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganchhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganchhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganchhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganchhali 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganchhali
Where is Ganchhali located?
Ganchhali village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganchhali?
Ganchhali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganchhali?
The pincode of Ganchhali is 383422.
What is the population of Ganchhali?
Ganchhali has a total population of 2,213, including 1,099 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Ganchhali?
There are 306 households in Ganchhali.
What is the literacy rate in Ganchhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganchhali is 29.51%. Male literacy is 37.12% and female literacy is 21.99%.