Trakuda Village - Khambha, Amreli
Trakuda is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Trakuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Trakuda is 515870. The village covers a total geographical area of 1004.78 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Trakuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Trakuda
As per Census 2011, Trakuda village has a total population of 1,739 people, consisting of 859 males and 880 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,138 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Trakuda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 859 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 101 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,138 | 594 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 265 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Trakuda
Trakuda 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 Trakuda
Trakuda 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 >10 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 Trakuda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Trakuda is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Trakuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Trakuda 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 Trakuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Trakuda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Trakuda
Where is Trakuda located?
Trakuda village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Trakuda?
Trakuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Trakuda?
The pincode of Trakuda is 365550.
What is the population of Trakuda?
Trakuda has a total population of 1,739, including 859 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Trakuda?
There are 322 households in Trakuda.
What is the literacy rate in Trakuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trakuda is 65.44%. Male literacy is 69.15% and female literacy is 61.82%.