Gariya

Gariya is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Gariya village is also a gram panchayat.

Gariya has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gariya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gariya is 512833. The village spans a total geographical area of 1265.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Gariya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gariya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gariya

Below is a concise population overview of Gariya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,158 1,112 1,046
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 318 158 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 20 20
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,282 816 466
Illiterate Population 876 296 580

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gariya village:

  • The total population of Gariya village is around 2,158, including approximately 1,112 males and 1,046 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 318 children aged 0–6 years in Gariya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gariya village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gariya village is about 59.41%, with male literacy at 73.38% and female literacy at 44.55%.
  • There are around 372 households in Gariya village.

Connectivity of Gariya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gariya. As per the 2011 stats, Gariya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gariya

Knowing the nearby villages of Gariya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gariya.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gariya

Where is Gariya located?
Gariya village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gariya?
Gariya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gariya?
The pincode of Gariya is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gariya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gariya is 2,158, with 1,112 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Gariya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gariya village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gariya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gariya is 59.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.38%, while the female literacy rate is 44.55%.