Samadhiyala - Mendarda, Junagadh
Samadhiyala is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Samadhiyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samadhiyala is 514682. The village covers a total geographical area of 1042.87 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Samadhiyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samadhiyala
As per Census 2011, Samadhiyala village has a total population of 2,766 people, consisting of 1,424 males and 1,342 females. The village has 607 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,034 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samadhiyala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,766 | 1,424 | 1,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,034 | 1,141 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 283 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Samadhiyala
Samadhiyala 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 Samadhiyala
Samadhiyala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Samadhiyala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Samadhiyala is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samadhiyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samadhiyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samadhiyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samadhiyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Samadhiyala
Where is Samadhiyala located?
Samadhiyala village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samadhiyala?
The pincode of Samadhiyala is 362260.
What is the population of Samadhiyala?
Samadhiyala has a total population of 2,766, including 1,424 males and 1,342 females.
How many households are there in Samadhiyala?
There are 607 households in Samadhiyala.
What is the literacy rate in Samadhiyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samadhiyala is 73.54%. Male literacy is 80.13% and female literacy is 66.54%.