Gadi - Dharampur, Valsad
Gadi is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Gadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadi is 523369. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.07 hectares and falls under the 396051 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gadi village had a total population of 1,256 people, including 614 males and 642 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.71%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 46.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,252.
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 | 1,256 | 614 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 113 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,252 | 612 | 640 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 337 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 277 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Gadi
Gadi 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 Gadi
Public transport in the Gadi 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 Dharampur to Gadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Gadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadi
Where is Gadi located?
Gadi village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadi?
Gadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadi?
The pincode of Gadi is 396051.
What is the population of Gadi?
Gadi had a total population of 1,256, including 614 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Gadi?
Gadi had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadi was 56.71%. Male literacy was 67.27% and female literacy was 46.39%.