Guneshiya - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Guneshiya is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Guneshiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guneshiya is 518730. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.42 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Guneshiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guneshiya
As per Census 2011, Guneshiya village has a total population of 1,319 people, consisting of 661 males and 658 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guneshiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,319 | 661 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 209 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 51 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 476 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 185 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Guneshiya
Guneshiya 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 Guneshiya
Guneshiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Devgadbaria to Guneshiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Guneshiya is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guneshiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guneshiya 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 Guneshiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guneshiya 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 Guneshiya
Where is Guneshiya located?
Guneshiya village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guneshiya?
Guneshiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guneshiya?
The pincode of Guneshiya is 389380.
What is the population of Guneshiya?
Guneshiya has a total population of 1,319, including 661 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Guneshiya?
There are 286 households in Guneshiya.
What is the literacy rate in Guneshiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guneshiya is 58.15%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 44.22%.