Kundheli - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Kundheli is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kundheli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundheli is 516598. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.39 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kundheli 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 Kundheli
As per Census 2011, Kundheli village has a total population of 2,120 people, consisting of 1,071 males and 1,049 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundheli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,120 | 1,071 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 142 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 802 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 269 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Kundheli
Kundheli 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 Kundheli
Public transport in the Kundheli is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Kundheli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kundheli is about 55 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 Kundheli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundheli 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 Kundheli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundheli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kundheli
Where is Kundheli located?
Kundheli village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundheli?
Kundheli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kundheli?
The pincode of Kundheli is 364140.
What is the population of Kundheli?
Kundheli has a total population of 2,120, including 1,071 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Kundheli?
There are 399 households in Kundheli.
What is the literacy rate in Kundheli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundheli is 65.33%. Male literacy is 74.88% and female literacy is 55.58%.