Ghunda - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Ghunda is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Ghunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghunda is 514103. The village covers a total geographical area of 1335.62 hectares and falls under the 360515 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ghunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghunda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghunda village had a total population of 656 people, including 382 males and 274 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 717 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.76%, with male literacy at 83.29% and female literacy at 70.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 382 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 289 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 93 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Ghunda
Ghunda 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 Ghunda
Public transport in the Ghunda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Ghunda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Ghunda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghunda 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 Ghunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ghunda
Where is Ghunda located?
Ghunda village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghunda?
Ghunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghunda?
The pincode of Ghunda is 360515.
What is the population of Ghunda?
Ghunda had a total population of 656, including 382 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Ghunda?
Ghunda had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghunda was 77.76%. Male literacy was 83.29% and female literacy was 70.12%.