Gundaran - Talala, Gir Somnath
Gundaran is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Talala and around 75 km from Junagadh. Gundaran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundaran is 514969. The village covers a total geographical area of 1222.13 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gundaran 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 Gundaran
As per Census 2011, Gundaran village has a total population of 3,474 people, consisting of 1,762 males and 1,712 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 444 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,288 literate and 1,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundaran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,474 | 1,762 | 1,712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 213 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 137 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 2,288 | 1,315 | 973 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,186 | 447 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Gundaran
Gundaran 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 Gundaran
Public transport in the Gundaran is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gundaran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gundaran is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Gundaran 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 Gundaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundaran 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 Gundaran
Where is Gundaran located?
Gundaran village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundaran?
Gundaran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundaran?
The pincode of Gundaran is 362150.
What is the population of Gundaran?
Gundaran has a total population of 3,474, including 1,762 males and 1,712 females.
How many households are there in Gundaran?
There are 610 households in Gundaran.
What is the literacy rate in Gundaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundaran is 65.86%. Male literacy is 74.63% and female literacy is 56.83%.