Vankiya
About Vankiya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vankiya village is 513738. Vankiya village is located in Dhrol taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhrol (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Vankiya village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1958.6 hectares. Vankiya has a total population of 2,316 peoples, out of which male population is 1,196 while female population is 1,120. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 936 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vankiya village is 71.42% out of which 79.43% males and 62.86% females are literate. There are about 447 houses in vankiya village. Pincode of vankiya village locality is 361210.
When it comes to administration, Vankiya village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Vankiya village comes under Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Dhrol is nearest town to vankiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Vankiya
The population details of Vankiya cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,196 | 1,120 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 252 | 122 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 301 | 143 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 950 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 246 | 416 |
Connectivity of Vankiya
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vankiya
Where is Vankiya located?
Vankiya village is situated in Dhrol Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankiya?
Vankiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vankiya?
The pincode of Vankiya is 361210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vankiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vankiya is 2,316, with 1,196 males and 1,120 females.
How many households are there in Vankiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vankiya village has a total of 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vankiya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vankiya is 71.42%. The male literacy rate is 79.43%, while the female literacy rate is 62.86%.