Raydi - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Raydi is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Raydi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raydi is 513315. The village covers a total geographical area of 2475.66 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Raydi 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 Raydi
As per Census 2011, Raydi village has a total population of 3,992 people, consisting of 2,074 males and 1,918 females. The village has 825 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,862 literate and 1,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raydi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,992 | 2,074 | 1,918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 202 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,862 | 1,608 | 1,254 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,130 | 466 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Raydi
Raydi 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 Raydi
Raydi 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 Raydi.
| 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 Dhoraji to Raydi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Raydi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raydi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raydi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raydi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raydi 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raydi
Where is Raydi located?
Raydi village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raydi?
Raydi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raydi?
The pincode of Raydi is 360410.
What is the population of Raydi?
Raydi has a total population of 3,992, including 2,074 males and 1,918 females.
How many households are there in Raydi?
There are 825 households in Raydi.
What is the literacy rate in Raydi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raydi is 71.69%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 65.38%.