Ghusargam - Songadh, Tapi
Ghusargam is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Otta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghusargam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghusargam is 524703. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.11 hectares and falls under the 394716 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghusargam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghusargam
As per Census 2011, Ghusargam village has a total population of 769 people, consisting of 396 males and 373 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 769 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghusargam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 769 | 396 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 769 | 396 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 241 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 155 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Ghusargam
Ghusargam 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 Ghusargam
Public transport in the Ghusargam 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 Navapur to Ghusargam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Ghusargam is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghusargam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghusargam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghusargam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghusargam 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 Ghusargam
Where is Ghusargam located?
Ghusargam village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghusargam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghusargam is Otta.
What is the pincode of Ghusargam?
The pincode of Ghusargam is 394716.
What is the population of Ghusargam?
Ghusargam has a total population of 769, including 396 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Ghusargam?
There are 171 households in Ghusargam.
What is the literacy rate in Ghusargam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghusargam is 53.32%. Male literacy is 60.86% and female literacy is 45.31%.