Ghaghosar - Limbdi, Surendranagar
Ghaghosar is a village situated in the Limbdi taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Limbdi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Mota Timbla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghaghosar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghaghosar is 512564. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.27 hectares and falls under the 363421 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ghaghosar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghaghosar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghaghosar village had a total population of 215 people, including 116 males and 99 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.65%, with male literacy at 68.54% and female literacy at 39.76%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 61 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 55 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Ghaghosar
Ghaghosar 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 Ghaghosar
Ghaghosar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Limbdi to Ghaghosar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Ghaghosar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghaghosar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghaghosar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghaghosar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghaghosar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghaghosar
Where is Ghaghosar located?
Ghaghosar village is located in Limbdi Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghaghosar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghaghosar is Mota Timbla.
What is the pincode of Ghaghosar?
The pincode of Ghaghosar is 363421.
What is the population of Ghaghosar?
Ghaghosar had a total population of 215, including 116 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Ghaghosar?
Ghaghosar had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghaghosar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghaghosar was 54.65%. Male literacy was 68.54% and female literacy was 39.76%.