Giniya - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Giniya is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bagoya-giniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giniya is 515826. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.06 hectares and falls under the 364522 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Giniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giniya
According to the 2011 Census, Giniya village had a total population of 514 people, including 251 males and 263 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.51%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 66.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 514 | 251 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 196 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 55 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Giniya
Giniya 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 Giniya
Giniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Giniya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Giniya is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Giniya is about 58 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 Giniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giniya 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 Giniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giniya
Where is Giniya located?
Giniya village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Giniya is Bagoya-giniya.
What is the pincode of Giniya?
The pincode of Giniya is 364522.
What is the population of Giniya?
Giniya had a total population of 514, including 251 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Giniya?
Giniya had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giniya was 77.51%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 66.81%.