Fangiya - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Fangiya is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Devgadbaria and around 70 km from Dohad. Fangiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fangiya is 519584. The village covers a total geographical area of 657.69 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Fangiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fangiya
According to the 2011 Census, Fangiya village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 677 males and 628 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.20%, with male literacy at 62.09% and female literacy at 44.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,029.
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 | 1,305 | 677 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 160 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,029 | 535 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 321 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 356 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Fangiya
Fangiya 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 Fangiya
Public transport in the Fangiya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Fangiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Fangiya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fangiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fangiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Fangiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fangiya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fangiya
Where is Fangiya located?
Fangiya village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fangiya?
Fangiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fangiya?
The pincode of Fangiya is 389380.
What is the population of Fangiya?
Fangiya had a total population of 1,305, including 677 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Fangiya?
Fangiya had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fangiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fangiya was 53.20%. Male literacy was 62.09% and female literacy was 44.00%.