Gundarani - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Gundarani is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Gundarani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundarani is 516765. The village covers a total geographical area of 817.05 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gundarani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundarani
According to the 2011 Census, Gundarani village had a total population of 1,390 people, including 702 males and 688 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.66%, with male literacy at 92.60% and female literacy at 76.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 1,390 | 702 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 80 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 576 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 126 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Gundarani
Gundarani 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 Gundarani
Gundarani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gundarani has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gundarani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Gundarani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundarani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundarani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundarani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundarani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gundarani
Where is Gundarani located?
Gundarani village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundarani?
Gundarani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundarani?
The pincode of Gundarani is 364290.
What is the population of Gundarani?
Gundarani had a total population of 1,390, including 702 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Gundarani?
Gundarani had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundarani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundarani was 84.66%. Male literacy was 92.60% and female literacy was 76.38%.