Gundiya - Dharampur, Valsad
Gundiya is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Gundiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundiya is 523403. The village covers a total geographical area of 1152.07 hectares and falls under the 396050 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gundiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gundiya village had a total population of 1,817 people, including 939 males and 878 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.25%, with male literacy at 58.19% and female literacy at 33.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,812.
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 | 1,817 | 939 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 188 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,812 | 936 | 876 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 437 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,144 | 502 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Gundiya
Gundiya 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 Gundiya
Public transport in the Gundiya 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 Dharampur to Gundiya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Gundiya is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundiya 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 Gundiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundiya 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 Gundiya
Where is Gundiya located?
Gundiya village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundiya?
Gundiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundiya?
The pincode of Gundiya is 396050.
What is the population of Gundiya?
Gundiya had a total population of 1,817, including 939 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Gundiya?
Gundiya had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundiya was 46.25%. Male literacy was 58.19% and female literacy was 33.52%.