Vankiya
Vankiya is a village located in Babra taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Babra (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Vankiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vankiya unique in its vibrant Babra-Amreli region. You’ll see Vankiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vankiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vankiya is 515431. The village spans a total geographical area of 1819.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365555. Jasdan is nearest town to Vankiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vankiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vankiya
Population of Vankiya
According to the 2011 Census, Vankiya has a total population of about 2,294, with approximately 1,235 males and 1,059 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 378 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.74%, with male literacy at about 55.79% and female literacy near 40.51%. There are around 365 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vankiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,294 | 1,235 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 227 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 689 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 546 | 630 |
Connectivity of Vankiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vankiya. As per the 2011 stats, Vankiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vankiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Vankiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vankiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vankiya
- Where is Vankiya located?
- Vankiya village is situated in Babra Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vankiya?
- Vankiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vankiya?
- The pincode of Vankiya is 365555, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vankiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vankiya is 2,294, with 1,235 males and 1,059 females.
- How many households are there in Vankiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vankiya village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vankiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vankiya is 48.74%. The male literacy rate is 55.79%, while the female literacy rate is 40.51%.