Gundia - Valia, Bharuch
Gundia is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Gundia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundia is 522509. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.72 hectares and falls under the 393125 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Gundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundia
According to the 2011 Census, Gundia village had a total population of 3,270 people, including 1,650 males and 1,620 females, living in 650 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.67%, with male literacy at 75.53% and female literacy at 63.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,188.
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 | 3,270 | 1,650 | 1,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 187 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,188 | 1,602 | 1,586 |
| Literate Population | 2,021 | 1,105 | 916 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 545 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Gundia
Gundia 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 Gundia
Public transport in the Gundia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Anklesvar to Gundia is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Gundia is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundia 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 Gundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundia
Where is Gundia located?
Gundia village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundia?
Gundia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundia?
The pincode of Gundia is 393125.
What is the population of Gundia?
Gundia had a total population of 3,270, including 1,650 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Gundia?
Gundia had 650 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundia was 69.67%. Male literacy was 75.53% and female literacy was 63.70%.