Vankiya - Babra, Amreli
Vankiya is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Vankiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankiya is 515431. The village covers a total geographical area of 1819.24 hectares and falls under the 365421 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vankiya 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 Vankiya
As per Census 2011, Vankiya village has a total population of 2,294 people, consisting of 1,235 males and 1,059 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 1,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vankiya are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 689 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 546 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Vankiya
Vankiya 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 Vankiya
Public transport in the Vankiya 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 Jasdan to Vankiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Vankiya is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankiya 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 Vankiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vankiya
Where is Vankiya located?
Vankiya village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankiya?
Vankiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankiya?
The pincode of Vankiya is 365421.
What is the population of Vankiya?
Vankiya has a total population of 2,294, including 1,235 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Vankiya?
There are 365 households in Vankiya.
What is the literacy rate in Vankiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankiya is 48.74%. Male literacy is 55.79% and female literacy is 40.51%.