Alia - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Alia is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Jamnagar and around 17 km from Jamnagar. Alia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alia is 513619. The village covers a total geographical area of 1942.64 hectares and falls under the 361110 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Alia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alia
As per Census 2011, Alia village has a total population of 6,535 people, consisting of 3,527 males and 3,008 females. The village has 1,214 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 659 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,765 literate and 1,770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 880 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,535 | 3,527 | 3,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 659 | 362 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 880 | 464 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,765 | 2,791 | 1,974 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,770 | 736 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Alia
Alia 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 Alia
Alia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Alia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamnagar to Alia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Alia
Where is Alia located?
Alia village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alia?
Alia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alia?
The pincode of Alia is 361110.
What is the population of Alia?
Alia has a total population of 6,535, including 3,527 males and 3,008 females.
How many households are there in Alia?
There are 1,214 households in Alia.
What is the literacy rate in Alia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alia is 72.92%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 65.63%.