Ghaluda - Palsana, Surat
Ghaluda is a village situated in the Palsana taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palsana and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Dhamdod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaluda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaluda is 524239. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.17 hectares and falls under the 394315 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghaluda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaluda
As per Census 2011, Ghaluda village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 219 males and 221 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghaluda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaluda
Ghaluda 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 Ghaluda
Public transport in the Ghaluda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghaluda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardoli to Ghaluda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Ghaluda is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaluda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaluda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaluda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaluda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghaluda
Where is Ghaluda located?
Ghaluda village is located in Palsana Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghaluda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaluda is Dhamdod.
What is the pincode of Ghaluda?
The pincode of Ghaluda is 394315.
What is the population of Ghaluda?
Ghaluda has a total population of 440, including 219 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Ghaluda?
There are 92 households in Ghaluda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaluda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaluda is 62.95%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 59.28%.