Vikaliya
Vikaliya is a village located in Gadhada taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhada (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Vikaliya village is also a gram panchayat.
Vikaliya has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vikaliya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vikaliya is 516182. The village spans a total geographical area of 1511.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364740. Gadhada is nearest town to Vikaliya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vikaliya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vikaliya
Population of Vikaliya
Below is a concise population overview of Vikaliya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,764 | 1,368 | 1,396 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 141 | 153 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 202 | 174 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,658 | 924 | 734 |
Illiterate Population | 1,106 | 444 | 662 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vikaliya village:
- The total population of Vikaliya village is around 2,764, including approximately 1,368 males and 1,396 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 294 children aged 0–6 years in Vikaliya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vikaliya village has 376 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Vikaliya village is about 59.99%, with male literacy at 67.54% and female literacy at 52.58%.
- There are around 536 households in Vikaliya village.
Connectivity of Vikaliya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vikaliya. As per the 2011 stats, Vikaliya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vikaliya
Knowing the nearby villages of Vikaliya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vikaliya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vikaliya
- Where is Vikaliya located?
- Vikaliya village is situated in Gadhada Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vikaliya?
- Vikaliya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vikaliya?
- The pincode of Vikaliya is 364740, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vikaliya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vikaliya is 2,764, with 1,368 males and 1,396 females.
- How many households are there in Vikaliya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vikaliya village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vikaliya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vikaliya is 59.99%. The male literacy rate is 67.54%, while the female literacy rate is 52.58%.