Kumbhariya - Maliya, Morbi
Kumbhariya is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from Maliya and around 100 km from Rajkot. Kumbhariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhariya is 512602. The village covers a total geographical area of 1931.9 hectares and falls under the 363630 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kumbhariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumbhariya
According to the 2011 Census, Kumbhariya village had a total population of 1,026 people, including 518 males and 508 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.98%, with male literacy at 92.27% and female literacy at 67.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 1,026 | 518 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 418 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 100 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhariya
Kumbhariya 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 Kumbhariya
Kumbhariya 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 | 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 Maliya to Kumbhariya is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kumbhariya is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kumbhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumbhariya
Where is Kumbhariya located?
Kumbhariya village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhariya?
Kumbhariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kumbhariya?
The pincode of Kumbhariya is 363630.
What is the population of Kumbhariya?
Kumbhariya had a total population of 1,026, including 518 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhariya?
Kumbhariya had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhariya was 79.98%. Male literacy was 92.27% and female literacy was 67.49%.