Saradiya - Virpur, Mahisagar
Saradiya is a village situated in the Virpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Virpur and around 125 km from Nadiad. Saradiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saradiya is 517317. The village covers a total geographical area of 705.59 hectares and falls under the 388260 pincode. Virpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saradiya 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 Saradiya
As per Census 2011, Saradiya village has a total population of 6,098 people, consisting of 3,140 males and 2,958 females. The village has 1,168 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 895 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,806 literate and 2,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saradiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,098 | 3,140 | 2,958 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 895 | 458 | 437 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 241 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,806 | 2,279 | 1,527 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,292 | 861 | 1,431 |
Nearby Villages of Saradiya
Saradiya 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 Saradiya
Public transport in the Saradiya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Virpur to Saradiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Saradiya 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 Saradiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saradiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saradiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saradiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saradiya
Where is Saradiya located?
Saradiya village is located in Virpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saradiya?
Saradiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saradiya?
The pincode of Saradiya is 388260.
What is the population of Saradiya?
Saradiya has a total population of 6,098, including 3,140 males and 2,958 females.
How many households are there in Saradiya?
There are 1,168 households in Saradiya.
What is the literacy rate in Saradiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saradiya is 62.41%. Male literacy is 72.58% and female literacy is 51.62%.