Sarakadiya - Khambha, Amreli
Sarakadiya is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Sarakadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarakadiya is 515853. The village covers a total geographical area of 967.72 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sarakadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarakadiya
As per Census 2011, Sarakadiya village has a total population of 1,592 people, consisting of 796 males and 796 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarakadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,592 | 796 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 186 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 511 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 285 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Sarakadiya
Sarakadiya 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 Sarakadiya
Sarakadiya 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Sarakadiya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Sarakadiya is about 66 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 Sarakadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarakadiya 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 Sarakadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarakadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarakadiya
Where is Sarakadiya located?
Sarakadiya village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarakadiya?
Sarakadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarakadiya?
The pincode of Sarakadiya is 365550.
What is the population of Sarakadiya?
Sarakadiya has a total population of 1,592, including 796 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Sarakadiya?
There are 314 households in Sarakadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sarakadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarakadiya is 56.34%. Male literacy is 64.20% and female literacy is 48.49%.