Ghotval - Kaprada, Valsad
Ghotval is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Suliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghotval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghotval is 523621. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.34 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghotval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghotval
According to the 2011 Census, Ghotval village had a total population of 940 people, including 482 males and 458 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.14%, with male literacy at 58.60% and female literacy at 35.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 940.
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 | 940 | 482 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 139 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 940 | 482 | 458 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 201 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 281 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Ghotval
Ghotval 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 Ghotval
Ghotval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Selvas to Ghotval is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ghotval is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghotval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghotval 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghotval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghotval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghotval
Where is Ghotval located?
Ghotval village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghotval?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghotval is Suliya.
What is the pincode of Ghotval?
The pincode of Ghotval is 396067.
What is the population of Ghotval?
Ghotval had a total population of 940, including 482 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Ghotval?
Ghotval had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghotval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghotval was 47.14%. Male literacy was 58.60% and female literacy was 35.50%.