Bardiya - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Bardiya is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Bardiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bardiya is 513285. The village covers a total geographical area of 1684.39 hectares and falls under the 360452 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bardiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bardiya
According to the 2011 Census, Bardiya village had a total population of 2,059 people, including 1,030 males and 1,029 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.77%, with male literacy at 79.72% and female literacy at 69.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 2,059 | 1,030 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 142 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,369 | 731 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 299 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Bardiya
Bardiya 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 Bardiya
Bardiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Bardiya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Bardiya is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bardiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bardiya 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 Bardiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bardiya 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 Bardiya
Where is Bardiya located?
Bardiya village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bardiya?
Bardiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bardiya?
The pincode of Bardiya is 360452.
What is the population of Bardiya?
Bardiya had a total population of 2,059, including 1,030 males and 1,029 females.
How many households are there in Bardiya?
Bardiya had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bardiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bardiya was 74.77%. Male literacy was 79.72% and female literacy was 69.80%.