Gugal - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Gugal is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Gugal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugal is 508268. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.17 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gugal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gugal
According to the 2011 Census, Gugal village had a total population of 1,718 people, including 878 males and 840 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.65%, with male literacy at 78.22% and female literacy at 42.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 333, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,718 | 878 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 148 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 165 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 571 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 307 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Gugal
Gugal 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 Gugal
Gugal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gugal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Gugal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Gugal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gugal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gugal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gugal
Where is Gugal located?
Gugal village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gugal?
Gugal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gugal?
The pincode of Gugal is 385310.
What is the population of Gugal?
Gugal had a total population of 1,718, including 878 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Gugal?
Gugal had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gugal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugal was 60.65%. Male literacy was 78.22% and female literacy was 42.49%.