Pahadiya (Meghraj) - Meghraj, Arvalli
Pahadiya (Meghraj) is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 1 km from Meghraj and around 75 km from Himatnagar. Pahadiya (megh) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pahadiya (Meghraj) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahadiya (Meghraj) is 510406. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.99 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Pahadiya (Meghraj) 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 Pahadiya (Meghraj)
As per Census 2011, Pahadiya (Meghraj) village has a total population of 993 people, consisting of 521 males and 472 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pahadiya (Meghraj) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 | 521 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 352 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 169 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Pahadiya (Meghraj)
Pahadiya (Meghraj) 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 Pahadiya (Meghraj)
Public transport in the Pahadiya (Meghraj) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Pahadiya (Meghraj) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Pahadiya (Meghraj) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pahadiya (Meghraj)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahadiya (Meghraj) 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pahadiya (Meghraj)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahadiya (Meghraj) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pahadiya (Meghraj)
Where is Pahadiya (Meghraj) located?
Pahadiya (Meghraj) village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pahadiya (Meghraj)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pahadiya (Meghraj) is Pahadiya (megh).
What is the pincode of Pahadiya (Meghraj)?
The pincode of Pahadiya (Meghraj) is 383350.
What is the population of Pahadiya (Meghraj)?
Pahadiya (Meghraj) has a total population of 993, including 521 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Pahadiya (Meghraj)?
There are 208 households in Pahadiya (Meghraj).
What is the literacy rate in Pahadiya (Meghraj)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahadiya (Meghraj) is 55.19%. Male literacy is 67.56% and female literacy is 41.53%.