Ghunsiya - Talala, Gir Somnath
Ghunsiya is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Talala and around 77 km from Junagadh. Ghunsiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghunsiya is 514975. The village covers a total geographical area of 1450.51 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghunsiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghunsiya
As per Census 2011, Ghunsiya village has a total population of 5,747 people, consisting of 2,940 males and 2,807 females. The village has 1,064 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,921 literate and 1,826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 788 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghunsiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,747 | 2,940 | 2,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 321 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 788 | 404 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,921 | 2,246 | 1,675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,826 | 694 | 1,132 |
Nearby Villages of Ghunsiya
Ghunsiya 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 Ghunsiya
Public transport in the Ghunsiya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ghunsiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talala to Ghunsiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ghunsiya is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghunsiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghunsiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghunsiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghunsiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghunsiya
Where is Ghunsiya located?
Ghunsiya village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghunsiya?
Ghunsiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghunsiya?
The pincode of Ghunsiya is 362150.
What is the population of Ghunsiya?
Ghunsiya has a total population of 5,747, including 2,940 males and 2,807 females.
How many households are there in Ghunsiya?
There are 1,064 households in Ghunsiya.
What is the literacy rate in Ghunsiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghunsiya is 68.23%. Male literacy is 76.39% and female literacy is 59.67%.