Alidar - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Alidar is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Kodinar and around 150 km from Junagadh. Alidar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alidar is 515115. The village covers a total geographical area of 1498.03 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Alidar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alidar
As per Census 2011, Alidar village has a total population of 7,478 people, consisting of 3,799 males and 3,679 females. The village has 1,310 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 871 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,946 literate and 2,532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 850 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alidar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,478 | 3,799 | 3,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 448 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 850 | 423 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,946 | 2,816 | 2,130 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,532 | 983 | 1,549 |
Nearby Villages of Alidar
Alidar 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 Alidar
Alidar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Alidar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Alidar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Alidar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alidar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alidar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alidar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alidar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alidar
Where is Alidar located?
Alidar village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alidar?
Alidar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alidar?
The pincode of Alidar is 362720.
What is the population of Alidar?
Alidar has a total population of 7,478, including 3,799 males and 3,679 females.
How many households are there in Alidar?
There are 1,310 households in Alidar.
What is the literacy rate in Alidar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alidar is 66.14%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 57.90%.