Kidi - Babra, Amreli
Kidi is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kidi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kidi is 515445. The village covers a total geographical area of 1133.13 hectares and falls under the 365421 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kidi
As per Census 2011, Kidi village has a total population of 1,464 people, consisting of 744 males and 720 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kidi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 744 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 493 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 251 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Kidi
Kidi 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 Kidi
Public transport in the Kidi 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 Babra to Kidi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kidi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kidi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kidi 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 Kidi
Where is Kidi located?
Kidi village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kidi?
Kidi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kidi?
The pincode of Kidi is 365421.
What is the population of Kidi?
Kidi has a total population of 1,464, including 744 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Kidi?
There are 262 households in Kidi.
What is the literacy rate in Kidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kidi is 62.70%. Male literacy is 66.26% and female literacy is 59.03%.