Koyba - Halvad, Morbi
Koyba is a village situated in the Halvad taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Halvad and around 70 km from Surendranagar. Koyba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koyba is 511981. The village covers a total geographical area of 2440.23 hectares and falls under the 363330 pincode. Halvad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Koyba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koyba
According to the 2011 Census, Koyba village had a total population of 1,464 people, including 741 males and 723 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.68%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 65.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,464 | 741 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 168 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 560 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 181 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Koyba
Koyba 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 Koyba
Koyba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Koyba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Halvad to Koyba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Koyba is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koyba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koyba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koyba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koyba 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 Koyba
Where is Koyba located?
Koyba village is located in Halvad Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koyba?
Koyba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koyba?
The pincode of Koyba is 363330.
What is the population of Koyba?
Koyba had a total population of 1,464, including 741 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Koyba?
Koyba had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koyba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koyba was 76.68%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 65.30%.