Samadhiyala - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Samadhiyala is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Samadhiyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samadhiyala is 516462. The village covers a total geographical area of 1056.88 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Samadhiyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samadhiyala
As per Census 2011, Samadhiyala village has a total population of 2,040 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 982 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,294 literate and 746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samadhiyala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,040 | 1,058 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 157 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,294 | 760 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 298 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Samadhiyala
Samadhiyala 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 Samadhiyala
Public transport in the Samadhiyala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Samadhiyala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Samadhiyala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Samadhiyala is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samadhiyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samadhiyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samadhiyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samadhiyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samadhiyala
Where is Samadhiyala located?
Samadhiyala village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samadhiyala?
The pincode of Samadhiyala is 364505.
What is the population of Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala has a total population of 2,040, including 1,058 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Samadhiyala?
There are 371 households in Samadhiyala.
What is the literacy rate in Samadhiyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samadhiyala is 63.43%. Male literacy is 71.83% and female literacy is 54.38%.