Holaya - Gadhada, Botad
Holaya is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Gadhada and around 80 km from Bhavnagar. Holaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holaya is 516131. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072.88 hectares and falls under the 364750 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Holaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Holaya
According to the 2011 Census, Holaya village had a total population of 908 people, including 465 males and 443 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.78%, with male literacy at 70.37% and female literacy at 52.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 908 | 465 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 285 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 180 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Holaya
Holaya 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 Holaya
Holaya 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Holaya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Holaya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holaya 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Holaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holaya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Holaya
Where is Holaya located?
Holaya village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Holaya?
Holaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Holaya?
The pincode of Holaya is 364750.
What is the population of Holaya?
Holaya had a total population of 908, including 465 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Holaya?
Holaya had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holaya was 61.78%. Male literacy was 70.37% and female literacy was 52.42%.