Ardoi - Kotda Sangani, Rajkot
Ardoi is a village situated in the Kotda Sangani taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotda Sangani and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Ardoi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ardoi is 513063. The village covers a total geographical area of 2671.6 hectares and falls under the 360030 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ardoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ardoi
According to the 2011 Census, Ardoi village had a total population of 3,162 people, including 1,623 males and 1,539 females, living in 645 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.20%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 75.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 560, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,162 | 1,623 | 1,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 189 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 287 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,298 | 1,242 | 1,056 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 381 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Ardoi
Ardoi 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 Ardoi
Ardoi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ardoi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Ardoi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Ardoi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ardoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ardoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ardoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ardoi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ardoi
Where is Ardoi located?
Ardoi village is located in Kotda Sangani Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ardoi?
Ardoi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ardoi?
The pincode of Ardoi is 360030.
What is the population of Ardoi?
Ardoi had a total population of 3,162, including 1,623 males and 1,539 females.
How many households are there in Ardoi?
Ardoi had 645 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ardoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ardoi was 81.20%. Male literacy was 86.61% and female literacy was 75.64%.