Ghadkan
Ghadkan is a village located in Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Prantij (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghadkan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghadkan unique in its vibrant Prantij-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Ghadkan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghadkan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghadkan is 510644. The village spans a total geographical area of 573.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383205. Prantij is nearest town to Ghadkan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Ghadkan
Population of Ghadkan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghadkan has a total population of about 3,452, with approximately 1,806 males and 1,646 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.30%, with male literacy at about 88.04% and female literacy near 76.00%. There are around 714 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghadkan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,452 | 1,806 | 1,646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 154 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 179 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,841 | 1,590 | 1,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 216 | 395 |
Connectivity of Ghadkan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghadkan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghadkan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghadkan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghadkan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghadkan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghadkan
- Where is Ghadkan located?
- Ghadkan village is situated in Prantij Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghadkan?
- Ghadkan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghadkan?
- The pincode of Ghadkan is 383205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghadkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghadkan is 3,452, with 1,806 males and 1,646 females.
- How many households are there in Ghadkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghadkan village has a total of 714 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghadkan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghadkan is 82.30%. The male literacy rate is 88.04%, while the female literacy rate is 76.00%.