Gundiyavada - Sayla, Surendranagar
Gundiyavada is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Gundiyavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundiyavada is 512471. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144.24 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gundiyavada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundiyavada
According to the 2011 Census, Gundiyavada village had a total population of 1,426 people, including 742 males and 684 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.78%, with male literacy at 65.49% and female literacy at 39.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 1,426 | 742 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 145 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 391 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 351 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Gundiyavada
Gundiyavada 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 Gundiyavada
Gundiyavada 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 Chotila to Gundiyavada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Gundiyavada is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundiyavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundiyavada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundiyavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundiyavada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundiyavada
Where is Gundiyavada located?
Gundiyavada village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gundiyavada?
Gundiyavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundiyavada?
The pincode of Gundiyavada is 363440.
What is the population of Gundiyavada?
Gundiyavada had a total population of 1,426, including 742 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Gundiyavada?
Gundiyavada had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundiyavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundiyavada was 52.78%. Male literacy was 65.49% and female literacy was 39.10%.