Senjaliya - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Senjaliya is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Senjaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Senjaliya is 516483. The village covers a total geographical area of 653.25 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Senjaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Senjaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Senjaliya village had a total population of 2,571 people, including 1,286 males and 1,285 females, living in 469 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.00%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 53.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 635, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,571 | 1,286 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 192 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 314 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,484 | 881 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,087 | 405 | 682 |
Nearby Villages of Senjaliya
Senjaliya 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 Senjaliya
Public transport in the Senjaliya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Senjaliya.
| 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 Palitana to Senjaliya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Senjaliya is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Senjaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Senjaliya 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 Senjaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Senjaliya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Senjaliya
Where is Senjaliya located?
Senjaliya village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Senjaliya?
Senjaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Senjaliya?
The pincode of Senjaliya is 364270.
What is the population of Senjaliya?
Senjaliya had a total population of 2,571, including 1,286 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Senjaliya?
Senjaliya had 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Senjaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Senjaliya was 67.00%. Male literacy was 80.53% and female literacy was 53.79%.