Totaniyala - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Totaniyala is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Totaniyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Totaniyala is 516064. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.04 hectares and falls under the 364760 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Totaniyala 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 Totaniyala
According to the 2011 Census, Totaniyala village had a total population of 1,636 people, including 853 males and 783 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.28%, with male literacy at 93.81% and female literacy at 82.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 1,636 | 853 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 126 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 682 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 171 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Totaniyala
Totaniyala 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 Totaniyala
Totaniyala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vallabhipur to Totaniyala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Totaniyala is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Totaniyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Totaniyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Totaniyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Totaniyala 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 Totaniyala
Where is Totaniyala located?
Totaniyala village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Totaniyala?
Totaniyala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Totaniyala?
The pincode of Totaniyala is 364760.
What is the population of Totaniyala?
Totaniyala had a total population of 1,636, including 853 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Totaniyala?
Totaniyala had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Totaniyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Totaniyala was 88.28%. Male literacy was 93.81% and female literacy was 82.52%.