Gundasara - Gondal, Rajkot
Gundasara is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Gundasara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundasara is 513196. The village covers a total geographical area of 1220.82 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Rajkot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gundasara 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 Gundasara
According to the 2011 Census, Gundasara village had a total population of 1,410 people, including 707 males and 703 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.81%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 87.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 1,410 | 707 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 593 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 114 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Gundasara
Gundasara 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 Gundasara
Gundasara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gundasara 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 Rajkot to Gundasara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundasara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundasara
Where is Gundasara located?
Gundasara village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gundasara?
Gundasara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundasara?
The pincode of Gundasara is 360311.
What is the population of Gundasara?
Gundasara had a total population of 1,410, including 707 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Gundasara?
Gundasara had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundasara was 88.81%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 87.05%.