Sandhavaya - Kotda Sangani, Rajkot
Sandhavaya is a village situated in the Kotda Sangani taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotda Sangani and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Sandhavaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhavaya is 513085. The village covers a total geographical area of 1165.5 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sandhavaya 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 Sandhavaya
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhavaya village had a total population of 1,769 people, including 924 males and 845 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.74%, with male literacy at 88.44% and female literacy at 74.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 1,769 | 924 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 102 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 727 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 197 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhavaya
Sandhavaya 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 Sandhavaya
Sandhavaya 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Sandhavaya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Sandhavaya is about 52 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 Sandhavaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhavaya 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 Sandhavaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhavaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandhavaya
Where is Sandhavaya located?
Sandhavaya village is located in Kotda Sangani Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sandhavaya?
Sandhavaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandhavaya?
The pincode of Sandhavaya is 360311.
What is the population of Sandhavaya?
Sandhavaya had a total population of 1,769, including 924 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Sandhavaya?
Sandhavaya had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhavaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhavaya was 81.74%. Male literacy was 88.44% and female literacy was 74.65%.