Kovaya - Rajula, Amreli
Kovaya is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kovaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kovaya is 516000. The village covers a total geographical area of 1383.58 hectares and falls under the 365541 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kovaya 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 Kovaya
As per Census 2011, Kovaya village has a total population of 4,061 people, consisting of 2,128 males and 1,933 females. The village has 959 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 605 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,837 literate and 1,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kovaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,061 | 2,128 | 1,933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 605 | 317 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,837 | 1,634 | 1,203 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,224 | 494 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Kovaya
Kovaya 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 Kovaya
Kovaya 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 Rajula to Kovaya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kovaya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kovaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kovaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kovaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kovaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kovaya
Where is Kovaya located?
Kovaya village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kovaya?
Kovaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kovaya?
The pincode of Kovaya is 365541.
What is the population of Kovaya?
Kovaya has a total population of 4,061, including 2,128 males and 1,933 females.
How many households are there in Kovaya?
There are 959 households in Kovaya.
What is the literacy rate in Kovaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kovaya is 69.86%. Male literacy is 76.79% and female literacy is 62.23%.