Gundala - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Gundala is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Gundala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundala is 516408. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.08 hectares and falls under the 364260 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gundala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundala
According to the 2011 Census, Gundala village had a total population of 1,211 people, including 597 males and 614 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.53%, with male literacy at 88.61% and female literacy at 70.76%.
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 | 1,211 | 597 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 459 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 138 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Gundala
Gundala 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 Gundala
Gundala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gundala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Gundala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Gundala is about 48 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 Gundala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundala
Where is Gundala located?
Gundala village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundala?
Gundala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundala?
The pincode of Gundala is 364260.
What is the population of Gundala?
Gundala had a total population of 1,211, including 597 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Gundala?
Gundala had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundala was 79.53%. Male literacy was 88.61% and female literacy was 70.76%.