Thaliya - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Thaliya is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Thaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaliya is 516610. The village covers a total geographical area of 1742.88 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Thaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Thaliya village had a total population of 7,393 people, including 3,829 males and 3,564 females, living in 1,346 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.13%, with male literacy at 77.21% and female literacy at 54.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
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 | 7,393 | 3,829 | 3,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,083 | 569 | 514 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 161 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,173 | 2,517 | 1,656 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,220 | 1,312 | 1,908 |
Nearby Villages of Thaliya
Thaliya 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 Thaliya
Thaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thaliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Thaliya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Thaliya is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thaliya
Where is Thaliya located?
Thaliya village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thaliya?
Thaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thaliya?
The pincode of Thaliya is 364145.
What is the population of Thaliya?
Thaliya had a total population of 7,393, including 3,829 males and 3,564 females.
How many households are there in Thaliya?
Thaliya had 1,346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaliya was 66.13%. Male literacy was 77.21% and female literacy was 54.30%.