Gambhirpura - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Gambhirpura is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Vav and around 109 km from Palanpur. Chuva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gambhirpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gambhirpura is 507395. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.81 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gambhirpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gambhirpura
According to the 2011 Census, Gambhirpura village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 684 males and 621 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.15%, with male literacy at 76.30% and female literacy at 42.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 1,305 | 684 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 127 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 425 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 656 | 259 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Gambhirpura
Gambhirpura 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 Gambhirpura
Public transport in the Gambhirpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Gambhirpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Gambhirpura is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gambhirpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gambhirpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gambhirpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gambhirpura 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 Gambhirpura
Where is Gambhirpura located?
Gambhirpura village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gambhirpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gambhirpura is Chuva.
What is the pincode of Gambhirpura?
The pincode of Gambhirpura is 385566.
What is the population of Gambhirpura?
Gambhirpura had a total population of 1,305, including 684 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Gambhirpura?
Gambhirpura had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gambhirpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gambhirpura was 60.15%. Male literacy was 76.30% and female literacy was 42.91%.