Samadhiyala - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Samadhiyala is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Samadhiyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samadhiyala is 516195. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121.36 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samadhiyala
According to the 2011 Census, Samadhiyala village had a total population of 1,830 people, including 924 males and 906 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.31%, with male literacy at 75.16% and female literacy at 57.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 1,830 | 924 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 119 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 128 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 605 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 319 | 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
Samadhiyala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Samadhiyala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Samadhiyala is about 50 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 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samadhiyala
Where is Samadhiyala located?
Samadhiyala village is located in Umrala 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 364320.
What is the population of Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala had a total population of 1,830, including 924 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samadhiyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samadhiyala was 66.31%. Male literacy was 75.16% and female literacy was 57.39%.