Gungan - Morvi, Morbi
Gungan is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Morvi and around 90 km from Rajkot. Gungan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gungan is 512648. The village covers a total geographical area of 2003.9 hectares and falls under the 363642 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gungan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gungan
According to the 2011 Census, Gungan village had a total population of 1,150 people, including 612 males and 538 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 79.02% and female literacy at 59.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 1,150 | 612 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 83 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 418 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 194 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Gungan
Gungan 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 Gungan
Gungan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maliya to Gungan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Gungan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gungan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gungan 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 Gungan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gungan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gungan
Where is Gungan located?
Gungan village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gungan?
Gungan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gungan?
The pincode of Gungan is 363642.
What is the population of Gungan?
Gungan had a total population of 1,150, including 612 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Gungan?
Gungan had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gungan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gungan was 69.62%. Male literacy was 79.02% and female literacy was 59.16%.