Gundiyala - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Gundiyala is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Gundiyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundiyala is 512239. The village covers a total geographical area of 1766.56 hectares and falls under the 363435 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gundiyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundiyala
According to the 2011 Census, Gundiyala village had a total population of 2,779 people, including 1,437 males and 1,342 females, living in 515 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.75%, with male literacy at 80.84% and female literacy at 53.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 2,779 | 1,437 | 1,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 221 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 983 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 454 | 722 |
Nearby Villages of Gundiyala
Gundiyala 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 Gundiyala
Gundiyala 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 Wadhwan to Gundiyala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Gundiyala is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundiyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundiyala 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 Gundiyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundiyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundiyala
Where is Gundiyala located?
Gundiyala village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundiyala?
Gundiyala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundiyala?
The pincode of Gundiyala is 363435.
What is the population of Gundiyala?
Gundiyala had a total population of 2,779, including 1,437 males and 1,342 females.
How many households are there in Gundiyala?
Gundiyala had 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundiyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundiyala was 67.75%. Male literacy was 80.84% and female literacy was 53.91%.