Gundarana - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Gundarana is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Gundarana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundarana is 516701. The village covers a total geographical area of 865.85 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gundarana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundarana
According to the 2011 Census, Gundarana village had a total population of 4,661 people, including 2,340 males and 2,321 females, living in 815 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.43%, with male literacy at 80.64% and female literacy at 56.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 347, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 4,661 | 2,340 | 2,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 310 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,637 | 1,131 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,893 | 703 | 1,190 |
Nearby Villages of Gundarana
Gundarana 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 Gundarana
Gundarana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gundarana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Gundarana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Gundarana is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundarana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundarana 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 Gundarana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundarana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gundarana
Where is Gundarana located?
Gundarana village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundarana?
Gundarana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundarana?
The pincode of Gundarana is 364295.
What is the population of Gundarana?
Gundarana had a total population of 4,661, including 2,340 males and 2,321 females.
How many households are there in Gundarana?
Gundarana had 815 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundarana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundarana was 68.43%. Male literacy was 80.64% and female literacy was 56.13%.