Ganva - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Ganva is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from Khedbrahma and around 140 km from Himatnagar. Ganva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganva is 509775. The village covers a total geographical area of 1290.34 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ganva 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 Ganva
As per Census 2011, Ganva village has a total population of 6,154 people, consisting of 3,152 males and 3,002 females. The village has 989 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,659 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,836 literate and 4,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,149 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,154 | 3,152 | 3,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,659 | 889 | 770 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,149 | 3,151 | 2,998 |
| Literate Population | 1,836 | 1,117 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,318 | 2,035 | 2,283 |
Nearby Villages of Ganva
Ganva 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 Ganva
Ganva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ganva 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 Ganva is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Ganva is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganva
Where is Ganva located?
Ganva village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganva?
Ganva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganva?
The pincode of Ganva is 383422.
What is the population of Ganva?
Ganva has a total population of 6,154, including 3,152 males and 3,002 females.
How many households are there in Ganva?
There are 989 households in Ganva.
What is the literacy rate in Ganva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganva is 29.83%. Male literacy is 35.44% and female literacy is 23.95%.