Gundala - Gadhada, Botad
Gundala is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Gadhada and around 89 km from Bhavnagar. Gundala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundala is 516161. The village covers a total geographical area of 2164.56 hectares and falls under the 364730 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundala
As per Census 2011, Gundala village has a total population of 3,155 people, consisting of 1,596 males and 1,559 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,103 literate and 1,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,155 | 1,596 | 1,559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 205 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 93 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,103 | 1,178 | 925 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 418 | 634 |
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
Public transport in the Gundala is mainly available through bus services. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadhada to Gundala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Gundala is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gundala
Where is Gundala located?
Gundala village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad 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 364730.
What is the population of Gundala?
Gundala has a total population of 3,155, including 1,596 males and 1,559 females.
How many households are there in Gundala?
There are 618 households in Gundala.
What is the literacy rate in Gundala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundala is 66.66%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 59.33%.