Daiya - Gondal, Rajkot
Daiya is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Daiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daiya is 513225. The village covers a total geographical area of 1414.68 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Daiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daiya
As per Census 2011, Daiya village has a total population of 2,494 people, consisting of 1,293 males and 1,201 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,927 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,494 | 1,293 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 245 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 1,047 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 246 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Daiya
Daiya 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 Daiya
Daiya 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 Daiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gondal to Daiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Daiya is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daiya 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 Daiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daiya
Where is Daiya located?
Daiya village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daiya?
Daiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daiya?
The pincode of Daiya is 360311.
What is the population of Daiya?
Daiya has a total population of 2,494, including 1,293 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Daiya?
There are 506 households in Daiya.
What is the literacy rate in Daiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daiya is 77.27%. Male literacy is 80.97% and female literacy is 73.27%.