Gundala - Gondal, Rajkot
Gundala is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Gundala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundala is 513235. The village covers a total geographical area of 1390.03 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gundala 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 Gundala
As per Census 2011, Gundala village has a total population of 3,176 people, consisting of 1,669 males and 1,507 females. The village has 602 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,281 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,176 | 1,669 | 1,507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 194 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,281 | 1,276 | 1,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 393 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Gundala
Gundala 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 Gundala
Gundala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gundala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Gundala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Gundala is about 42 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 Gundala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gundala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundala
Where is Gundala located?
Gundala village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundala?
Gundala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundala?
The pincode of Gundala is 360311.
What is the population of Gundala?
Gundala has a total population of 3,176, including 1,669 males and 1,507 females.
How many households are there in Gundala?
There are 602 households in Gundala.
What is the literacy rate in Gundala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundala is 71.82%. Male literacy is 76.45% and female literacy is 66.69%.