Ghodbar - Mangrol, Surat
Ghodbar is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Ghodbar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodbar is 523879. The village covers a total geographical area of 946.58 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ghodbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodbar
As per Census 2011, Ghodbar village has a total population of 2,582 people, consisting of 1,318 males and 1,264 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,449 literate and 1,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,552 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodbar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,582 | 1,318 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 144 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,552 | 1,301 | 1,251 |
| Literate Population | 1,449 | 826 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 492 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodbar
Ghodbar 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 Ghodbar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghodbar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Ghodbar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Ghodbar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodbar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghodbar
Where is Ghodbar located?
Ghodbar village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodbar?
Ghodbar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodbar?
The pincode of Ghodbar is 394440.
What is the population of Ghodbar?
Ghodbar has a total population of 2,582, including 1,318 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Ghodbar?
There are 568 households in Ghodbar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodbar is 56.12%. Male literacy is 62.67% and female literacy is 49.29%.