Sayama - Khambhat, Anand
Sayama is a village situated in the Khambhat taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambhat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Sayama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sayama is 517017. The village covers a total geographical area of 561.25 hectares and falls under the 388170 pincode. Khambhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sayama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sayama
As per Census 2011, Sayama village has a total population of 3,401 people, consisting of 1,770 males and 1,631 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,348 literate and 1,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sayama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,401 | 1,770 | 1,631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 250 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 183 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,348 | 1,337 | 1,011 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,053 | 433 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Sayama
Sayama 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 Sayama
Public transport in the Sayama is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sayama 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 Khambhat to Sayama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Sayama is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sayama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sayama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sayama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sayama 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 Sayama
Where is Sayama located?
Sayama village is located in Khambhat Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sayama?
Sayama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sayama?
The pincode of Sayama is 388170.
What is the population of Sayama?
Sayama has a total population of 3,401, including 1,770 males and 1,631 females.
How many households are there in Sayama?
There are 708 households in Sayama.
What is the literacy rate in Sayama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sayama is 69.04%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 61.99%.