Ghaluda
Ghaluda is a village located in Palsana taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Palsana (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Dhamdod is the gram panchayat of Ghaluda village.
Ghaluda has its own place in the vibrant Surat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghaluda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghaluda is 524239. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394315. Bardoli is nearest town to Ghaluda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghaluda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghaluda
Population of Ghaluda
Below is a concise population overview of Ghaluda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 219 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 114 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 146 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 73 | 90 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghaluda village:
- The total population of Ghaluda village is around 440, including approximately 219 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Ghaluda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghaluda village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 238 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghaluda village is about 62.95%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 59.28%.
- There are around 92 households in Ghaluda village.
Connectivity of Ghaluda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghaluda. As per the 2011 stats, Ghaluda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghaluda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghaluda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghaluda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghaluda
- Where is Ghaluda located?
- Ghaluda village is situated in Palsana Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghaluda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghaluda is Dhamdod (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghaluda?
- The pincode of Ghaluda is 394315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghaluda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghaluda is 440, with 219 males and 221 females.
- How many households are there in Ghaluda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghaluda village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghaluda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghaluda is 62.95%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 59.28%.