Gulal - Jambusar, Bharuch
Gulal is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Degam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulal is 521869. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.07 hectares and falls under the 392155 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gulal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulal
According to the 2011 Census, Gulal village had a total population of 406 people, including 212 males and 194 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.40%, with male literacy at 78.29% and female literacy at 42.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 373.
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 | 406 | 212 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 195 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 137 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 75 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Gulal
Gulal 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 Gulal
Gulal 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 Jambusar to Gulal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Gulal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gulal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gulal
Where is Gulal located?
Gulal village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gulal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulal is Degam.
What is the pincode of Gulal?
The pincode of Gulal is 392155.
What is the population of Gulal?
Gulal had a total population of 406, including 212 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Gulal?
Gulal had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulal was 61.40%. Male literacy was 78.29% and female literacy was 42.21%.