Gutal - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Gutal is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Gutal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutal is 519956. The village covers a total geographical area of 1706.58 hectares and falls under the 391760 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gutal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gutal
According to the 2011 Census, Gutal village had a total population of 3,767 people, including 1,885 males and 1,882 females, living in 770 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.87%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 62.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 740.
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 | 3,767 | 1,885 | 1,882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 254 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 740 | 385 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 2,396 | 1,368 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,371 | 517 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Gutal
Gutal 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 Gutal
Gutal 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaghodia to Gutal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Gutal is about 29 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 Gutal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gutal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutal 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 Gutal
Where is Gutal located?
Gutal village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gutal?
Gutal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gutal?
The pincode of Gutal is 391760.
What is the population of Gutal?
Gutal had a total population of 3,767, including 1,885 males and 1,882 females.
How many households are there in Gutal?
Gutal had 770 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gutal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutal was 72.87%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 62.04%.