Samadhiyala - Gadhada, Botad
Samadhiyala is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Gadhada and around 100 km from Bhavnagar. Samadhiyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samadhiyala is 516148. The village covers a total geographical area of 955.3 hectares and falls under the 364750 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 8 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 1,203 people, including 611 males and 592 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.71%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 69.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 1,203 | 611 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 455 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 156 | 231 |
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
Public transport in the Samadhiyala is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Samadhiyala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Samadhiyala is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samadhiyala
Where is Samadhiyala located?
Samadhiyala village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad 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 364750.
What is the population of Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala had a total population of 1,203, including 611 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samadhiyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samadhiyala was 77.71%. Male literacy was 85.53% and female literacy was 69.69%.