Vankiya - Khambha, Amreli
Vankiya is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Vankiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankiya is 515833. The village covers a total geographical area of 1448.26 hectares and falls under the 365635 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vankiya
According to the 2011 Census, Vankiya village had a total population of 1,314 people, including 664 males and 650 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 87.29% and female literacy at 62.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 1,314 | 664 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 127 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 522 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 142 | 281 |
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
Vankiya 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 | 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 Vankiya is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Vankiya is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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 2-5 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 Khambha 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 365635.
What is the population of Vankiya?
Vankiya had a total population of 1,314, including 664 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Vankiya?
Vankiya had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vankiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankiya was 74.94%. Male literacy was 87.29% and female literacy was 62.44%.