Koday - Mandvi, Kachchh
Koday is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Koday village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koday is 507259. The village covers a total geographical area of 3871.2 hectares and falls under the 370460 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Koday village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koday
As per Census 2011, Koday village has a total population of 6,819 people, consisting of 3,382 males and 3,437 females. The village has 1,350 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 975 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,404 literate and 2,415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 276 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koday are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,819 | 3,382 | 3,437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 975 | 496 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 273 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 4,404 | 2,438 | 1,966 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,415 | 944 | 1,471 |
Nearby Villages of Koday
Koday 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 Koday
Koday 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 | 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 Mandvi to Koday is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Koday is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koday
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koday village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koday
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koday 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 Koday
Where is Koday located?
Koday village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koday?
Koday is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koday?
The pincode of Koday is 370460.
What is the population of Koday?
Koday has a total population of 6,819, including 3,382 males and 3,437 females.
How many households are there in Koday?
There are 1,350 households in Koday.
What is the literacy rate in Koday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koday is 64.58%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 57.20%.