Gomta - Gondal, Rajkot
Gomta is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Gomta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gomta is 513246. The village covers a total geographical area of 2845.07 hectares and falls under the 360320 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gomta 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 Gomta
According to the 2011 Census, Gomta village had a total population of 3,862 people, including 1,997 males and 1,865 females, living in 954 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.61%, with male literacy at 86.17% and female literacy at 70.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 396, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,862 | 1,997 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 204 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 203 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,735 | 1,545 | 1,190 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 452 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Gomta
Gomta 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 Gomta
Gomta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gomta has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Gomta is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Gomta is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gomta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gomta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gomta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gomta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gomta
Where is Gomta located?
Gomta village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gomta?
Gomta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gomta?
The pincode of Gomta is 360320.
What is the population of Gomta?
Gomta had a total population of 3,862, including 1,997 males and 1,865 females.
How many households are there in Gomta?
Gomta had 954 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gomta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gomta was 78.61%. Male literacy was 86.17% and female literacy was 70.58%.