Ghuntu
Ghuntu is a village located in Morvi taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Morvi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Ghuntu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghuntu unique in its vibrant Morvi-Rajkot region. You’ll see Ghuntu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghuntu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghuntu is 512689. The village spans a total geographical area of 3489.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363641. Maliya is nearest town to Ghuntu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghuntu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghuntu
Population of Ghuntu
According to the 2011 Census, Ghuntu has a total population of about 8,041, with approximately 4,179 males and 3,862 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,071 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,011 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 272. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.31%, with male literacy at about 74.18% and female literacy near 57.79%. There are around 1,663 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghuntu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,041 | 4,179 | 3,862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,071 | 533 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,011 | 514 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 135 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 5,332 | 3,100 | 2,232 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,709 | 1,079 | 1,630 |
Connectivity of Ghuntu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghuntu. As per the 2011 stats, Ghuntu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghuntu
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghuntu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghuntu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghuntu
- Where is Ghuntu located?
- Ghuntu village is situated in Morvi Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghuntu?
- Ghuntu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghuntu?
- The pincode of Ghuntu is 363641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghuntu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghuntu is 8,041, with 4,179 males and 3,862 females.
- How many households are there in Ghuntu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghuntu village has a total of 1,663 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghuntu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghuntu is 66.31%. The male literacy rate is 74.18%, while the female literacy rate is 57.79%.