Koyla - Virpur, Mahisagar
Koyla is a village situated in the Virpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Virpur and around 125 km from Nadiad. Koyla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koyla is 517271. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.11 hectares and falls under the 388260 pincode. Virpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Koyla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balasinor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koyla
As per Census 2011, Koyla village has a total population of 3,301 people, consisting of 1,695 males and 1,606 females. The village has 652 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,943 literate and 1,358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koyla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,301 | 1,695 | 1,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 264 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 225 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,943 | 1,189 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,358 | 506 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Koyla
Koyla 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 Koyla
Koyla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Koyla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Virpur to Koyla is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Koyla is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koyla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koyla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koyla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koyla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Koyla
Where is Koyla located?
Koyla village is located in Virpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koyla?
Koyla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koyla?
The pincode of Koyla is 388260.
What is the population of Koyla?
Koyla has a total population of 3,301, including 1,695 males and 1,606 females.
How many households are there in Koyla?
There are 652 households in Koyla.
What is the literacy rate in Koyla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koyla is 58.86%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 46.95%.