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.

Here you can discover what makes Vikaliya unique in its vibrant Gadhada-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Vikaliya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Vikaliya

According to the 2011 Census, Vikaliya has a total population of about 2,764, with approximately 1,368 males and 1,396 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 376 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.99%, with male literacy at about 67.54% and female literacy near 52.58%. There are around 536 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vikaliya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.