Gundabala - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Gundabala is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Chikkankod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundabala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundabala is 603790. The village covers a total geographical area of 937.87 hectares and falls under the 581361 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gundabala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundabala
As per Census 2011, Gundabala village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 701 males and 698 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundabala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 701 | 698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 588 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 113 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Gundabala
Gundabala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkankod | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Heravali | South | 3.08 km |
| Mutta | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Salkod | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Tumbolli | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Hadinbal | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Kharwa | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Nirwattikodla | South-West | 5.53 km |
| Jalwalli | South | 5.63 km |
| Janna Kadkal | East | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundabala
Gundabala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Honnavar, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Honavar to Gundabala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Gundabala is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundabala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundabala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundabala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundabala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gundabala
Where is Gundabala located?
Gundabala village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundabala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundabala is Chikkankod.
What is the pincode of Gundabala?
The pincode of Gundabala is 581361.
What is the population of Gundabala?
Gundabala has a total population of 1,399, including 701 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Gundabala?
There are 297 households in Gundabala.
What is the literacy rate in Gundabala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundabala is 79.13%. Male literacy is 83.88% and female literacy is 74.36%.