Ustiya (Bandiya) - Abdasa, Kachchh
Ustiya (Bandiya) is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Ustiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ustiya (Bandiya) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ustiya (Bandiya) is 507082. The village covers a total geographical area of 1359.93 hectares and falls under the 370620 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Ustiya (Bandiya) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ustiya (Bandiya)
According to the 2011 Census, Ustiya (Bandiya) village had a total population of 678 people, including 341 males and 337 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.49%, with male literacy at 81.07% and female literacy at 54.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 341 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 227 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 114 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Ustiya (Bandiya)
Ustiya (Bandiya) 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 Ustiya (Bandiya)
Public transport in the Ustiya (Bandiya) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ustiya (Bandiya).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Ustiya (Bandiya) is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ustiya (Bandiya)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ustiya (Bandiya) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ustiya (Bandiya)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ustiya (Bandiya) 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ustiya (Bandiya)
Where is Ustiya (Bandiya) located?
Ustiya (Bandiya) village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ustiya (Bandiya)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ustiya (Bandiya) is Ustiya.
What is the pincode of Ustiya (Bandiya)?
The pincode of Ustiya (Bandiya) is 370620.
What is the population of Ustiya (Bandiya)?
Ustiya (Bandiya) had a total population of 678, including 341 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Ustiya (Bandiya)?
Ustiya (Bandiya) had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ustiya (Bandiya)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ustiya (Bandiya) was 67.49%. Male literacy was 81.07% and female literacy was 54.20%.