Valinda - Dholera, Ahmedabad
Valinda is a village situated in the Dholera taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Dhandhuka and around 100 km from Ahmadabad. Valinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valinda is 511903. The village covers a total geographical area of 1841.64 hectares and falls under the 382463 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Valinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Valinda
According to the 2011 Census, Valinda village had a total population of 1,304 people, including 669 males and 635 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.30%, with male literacy at 77.68% and female literacy at 49.82%.
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 | 1,304 | 669 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 456 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 213 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Valinda
Valinda 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 Valinda
Public transport in the Valinda 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 Botad to Valinda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Valinda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valinda 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 Valinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valinda 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 Valinda
Where is Valinda located?
Valinda village is located in Dholera Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Valinda?
Valinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valinda?
The pincode of Valinda is 382463.
What is the population of Valinda?
Valinda had a total population of 1,304, including 669 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Valinda?
Valinda had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valinda was 64.30%. Male literacy was 77.68% and female literacy was 49.82%.