Tantaniya - Khambha, Amreli
Tantaniya is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Tantaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tantaniya is 515841. The village covers a total geographical area of 821.5 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Tantaniya 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 Tantaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Tantaniya village had a total population of 1,819 people, including 892 males and 927 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 86.20% and female literacy at 62.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,819 | 892 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 102 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 681 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 211 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Tantaniya
Tantaniya 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 Tantaniya
Public transport in the Tantaniya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Tantaniya is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Tantaniya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tantaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tantaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tantaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tantaniya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tantaniya
Where is Tantaniya located?
Tantaniya village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tantaniya?
Tantaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tantaniya?
The pincode of Tantaniya is 365650.
What is the population of Tantaniya?
Tantaniya had a total population of 1,819, including 892 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Tantaniya?
Tantaniya had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tantaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tantaniya was 74.39%. Male literacy was 86.20% and female literacy was 62.83%.