Garnala - Gondal, Rajkot
Garnala is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Garnala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnala is 513221. The village covers a total geographical area of 1314.4 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Garnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garnala
According to the 2011 Census, Garnala village had a total population of 1,500 people, including 764 males and 736 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.29%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 86.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,500 | 764 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,264 | 672 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 92 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Garnala
Garnala 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 Garnala
Garnala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Gondal to Garnala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Garnala is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnala 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 Garnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnala 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 Garnala
Where is Garnala located?
Garnala village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garnala?
Garnala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garnala?
The pincode of Garnala is 360311.
What is the population of Garnala?
Garnala had a total population of 1,500, including 764 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Garnala?
Garnala had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnala was 90.29%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 86.30%.