Guda - Danta, Banas Kantha
Guda is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Guda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guda is 507818. The village covers a total geographical area of 1152.82 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Guda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guda
As per Census 2011, Guda village has a total population of 961 people, consisting of 481 males and 480 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 481 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 128 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 852 | 427 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 145 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 336 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Guda
Guda 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 Guda
Guda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ambaji to Guda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Guda is about 60 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 Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guda 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 Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guda
Where is Guda located?
Guda village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guda?
Guda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guda?
The pincode of Guda is 385110.
What is the population of Guda?
Guda has a total population of 961, including 481 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Guda?
There are 160 households in Guda.
What is the literacy rate in Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guda is 26.85%. Male literacy is 30.15% and female literacy is 23.54%.