Gundala Jam - Jasdan, Rajkot
Gundala Jam is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Gundala Jam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundala Jam is 513181. The village covers a total geographical area of 627.94 hectares and falls under the 360040 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gundala Jam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundala Jam
As per Census 2011, Gundala Jam village has a total population of 632 people, consisting of 305 males and 327 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundala Jam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 305 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 230 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 75 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Gundala Jam
Gundala Jam 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 Jam
Gundala Jam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jasdan to Gundala Jam is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Gundala Jam is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundala Jam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundala Jam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundala Jam
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 Jam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundala Jam
Where is Gundala Jam located?
Gundala Jam village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundala Jam?
Gundala Jam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundala Jam?
The pincode of Gundala Jam is 360040.
What is the population of Gundala Jam?
Gundala Jam has a total population of 632, including 305 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Gundala Jam?
There are 146 households in Gundala Jam.
What is the literacy rate in Gundala Jam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundala Jam is 60.76%. Male literacy is 75.41% and female literacy is 47.09%.