Son Vadiya - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Son Vadiya is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Son Vadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Son Vadiya is 514121. The village covers a total geographical area of 1623.47 hectares and falls under the 360515 pincode. Bhanvad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Son Vadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Son Vadiya
As per Census 2011, Son Vadiya village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 608 males and 621 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Son Vadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 608 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 144 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 436 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 172 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Son Vadiya
Son Vadiya 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 Son Vadiya
Public transport in the Son Vadiya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanvad to Son Vadiya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Son Vadiya is about 71 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 Son Vadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Son Vadiya 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 Son Vadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Son Vadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Son Vadiya
Where is Son Vadiya located?
Son Vadiya village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Son Vadiya?
Son Vadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Son Vadiya?
The pincode of Son Vadiya is 360515.
What is the population of Son Vadiya?
Son Vadiya has a total population of 1,229, including 608 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Son Vadiya?
There are 288 households in Son Vadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Son Vadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Son Vadiya is 64.44%. Male literacy is 71.71% and female literacy is 57.33%.