Kaliyana - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Kaliyana is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Viramgam and around 65 km from Ahmadabad. Kaliyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliyana is 511508. The village covers a total geographical area of 1606.03 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaliyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliyana
As per Census 2011, Kaliyana village has a total population of 1,356 people, consisting of 692 males and 664 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 928 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,356 | 692 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 83 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 522 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 170 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliyana
Kaliyana 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 Kaliyana
Kaliyana 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 Viramgam to Kaliyana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Kaliyana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliyana 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 Kaliyana
Where is Kaliyana located?
Kaliyana village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliyana?
Kaliyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaliyana?
The pincode of Kaliyana is 382150.
What is the population of Kaliyana?
Kaliyana has a total population of 1,356, including 692 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Kaliyana?
There are 325 households in Kaliyana.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliyana is 68.44%. Male literacy is 75.43% and female literacy is 61.14%.