Gangad - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Gangad is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Gangad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangad is 512172. The village covers a total geographical area of 791.88 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gangad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangad
As per Census 2011, Gangad village has a total population of 1,315 people, consisting of 665 males and 650 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 635 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,315 | 665 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 145 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 406 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 259 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Gangad
Gangad 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 Gangad
Public transport in the Gangad is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Viramgam to Gangad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Gangad is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangad
Where is Gangad located?
Gangad village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangad?
Gangad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangad?
The pincode of Gangad is 363115.
What is the population of Gangad?
Gangad has a total population of 1,315, including 665 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Gangad?
There are 218 households in Gangad.
What is the literacy rate in Gangad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangad is 48.29%. Male literacy is 61.05% and female literacy is 35.23%.