Kandhevaliya - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Kandhevaliya is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Jasdan and around 80 km from Rajkot. Kandhevaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhevaliya is 513118. The village covers a total geographical area of 1003.07 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kandhevaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhevaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhevaliya village had a total population of 2,815 people, including 1,440 males and 1,375 females, living in 496 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.30%, with male literacy at 81.06% and female literacy at 55.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 2,815 | 1,440 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 236 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,620 | 976 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 464 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhevaliya
Kandhevaliya 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 Kandhevaliya
Kandhevaliya 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 Jasdan to Kandhevaliya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kandhevaliya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhevaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhevaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandhevaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhevaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandhevaliya
Where is Kandhevaliya located?
Kandhevaliya village is located in Vinchchiya Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandhevaliya?
Kandhevaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandhevaliya?
The pincode of Kandhevaliya is 360055.
What is the population of Kandhevaliya?
Kandhevaliya had a total population of 2,815, including 1,440 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Kandhevaliya?
Kandhevaliya had 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhevaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhevaliya was 68.30%. Male literacy was 81.06% and female literacy was 55.14%.