Gunda - Chotila, Surendranagar
Gunda is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Gunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunda is 512391. The village covers a total geographical area of 789.5 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunda
According to the 2011 Census, Gunda village had a total population of 1,761 people, including 933 males and 828 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.05%, with male literacy at 64.02% and female literacy at 38.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 1,761 | 933 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 516 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 417 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Gunda
Gunda 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 Gunda
Public transport in the Gunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Gunda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Gunda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunda
Where is Gunda located?
Gunda village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunda?
Gunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gunda?
The pincode of Gunda is 363520.
What is the population of Gunda?
Gunda had a total population of 1,761, including 933 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Gunda?
Gunda had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunda was 52.05%. Male literacy was 64.02% and female literacy was 38.35%.