Zariya - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Zariya is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Zariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zariya is 516359. The village covers a total geographical area of 1195.09 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Zariya 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 Zariya
As per Census 2011, Zariya village has a total population of 1,921 people, consisting of 992 males and 929 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,191 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 992 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 157 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 701 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 291 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Zariya
Zariya 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 Zariya
Public transport in the Zariya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Zariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Zariya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Zariya is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Zariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zariya
Where is Zariya located?
Zariya village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zariya?
Zariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zariya?
The pincode of Zariya is 364230.
What is the population of Zariya?
Zariya has a total population of 1,921, including 992 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Zariya?
There are 353 households in Zariya.
What is the literacy rate in Zariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zariya is 62.00%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 52.74%.