Gay Vachhda - Meghraj, Arvalli
Gay Vachhda is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Meghraj and around 17 km from Himatnagar. Zarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gay Vachhda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gay Vachhda is 510388. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.27 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gay Vachhda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gay Vachhda
According to the 2011 Census, Gay Vachhda village had a total population of 1,062 people, including 526 males and 536 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.41%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 59.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,054.
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 | 1,062 | 526 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 103 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,054 | 523 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 350 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 176 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Gay Vachhda
Gay Vachhda 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 Gay Vachhda
Public transport in the Gay Vachhda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Gay Vachhda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Gay Vachhda is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gay Vachhda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gay Vachhda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gay Vachhda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gay Vachhda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gay Vachhda
Where is Gay Vachhda located?
Gay Vachhda village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gay Vachhda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gay Vachhda is Zarda.
What is the pincode of Gay Vachhda?
The pincode of Gay Vachhda is 383350.
What is the population of Gay Vachhda?
Gay Vachhda had a total population of 1,062, including 526 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Gay Vachhda?
Gay Vachhda had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gay Vachhda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gay Vachhda was 70.41%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 59.04%.