Gundari - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Gundari is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Gundari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundari is 507696. The village covers a total geographical area of 986.58 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gundari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundari
As per Census 2011, Gundari village has a total population of 3,268 people, consisting of 1,742 males and 1,526 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 594 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 1,429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,268 | 1,742 | 1,526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 315 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 97 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 1,133 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 609 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Gundari
Gundari 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 Gundari
Public transport in the Gundari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Gundari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Gundari is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundari 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 Gundari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gundari
Where is Gundari located?
Gundari village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundari?
Gundari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundari?
The pincode of Gundari is 385545.
What is the population of Gundari?
Gundari has a total population of 3,268, including 1,742 males and 1,526 females.
How many households are there in Gundari?
There are 497 households in Gundari.
What is the literacy rate in Gundari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundari is 56.27%. Male literacy is 65.04% and female literacy is 46.26%.