Kundhada - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Kundhada is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kundhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundhada is 516597. The village covers a total geographical area of 1983.77 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kundhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundhada
As per Census 2011, Kundhada village has a total population of 2,550 people, consisting of 1,304 males and 1,246 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,543 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundhada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,550 | 1,304 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 194 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,543 | 943 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 361 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Kundhada
Kundhada 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 Kundhada
Kundhada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kundhada 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 Talaja to Kundhada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kundhada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundhada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kundhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundhada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kundhada
Where is Kundhada located?
Kundhada village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundhada?
Kundhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kundhada?
The pincode of Kundhada is 364140.
What is the population of Kundhada?
Kundhada has a total population of 2,550, including 1,304 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Kundhada?
There are 439 households in Kundhada.
What is the literacy rate in Kundhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundhada is 60.51%. Male literacy is 72.32% and female literacy is 48.15%.