Rafaliya - Bhesan, Junagadh
Rafaliya is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Rafaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rafaliya is 514544. The village covers a total geographical area of 934.12 hectares and falls under the 362020 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Rafaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rafaliya
As per Census 2011, Rafaliya village has a total population of 1,417 people, consisting of 676 males and 741 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 957 literate and 460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rafaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 676 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 500 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 176 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Rafaliya
Rafaliya 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 Rafaliya
Public transport in the Rafaliya is mainly available through shared van 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 Jetpur to Rafaliya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Rafaliya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rafaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rafaliya 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 Rafaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rafaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rafaliya
Where is Rafaliya located?
Rafaliya village is located in Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rafaliya?
Rafaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rafaliya?
The pincode of Rafaliya is 362020.
What is the population of Rafaliya?
Rafaliya has a total population of 1,417, including 676 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Rafaliya?
There are 281 households in Rafaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Rafaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rafaliya is 67.54%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 61.67%.