Vaiya
Vaiya is a village located in Meghraj taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Meghraj (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Behdaj is the gram panchayat of Vaiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Vaiya unique in its vibrant Meghraj-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Vaiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vaiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaiya is 510392. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383350. Meghraj is nearest town to Vaiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Vaiya
Population of Vaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Vaiya has a total population of about 1,269, with approximately 638 males and 631 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 515. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.76%, with male literacy at about 70.22% and female literacy near 45.17%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 638 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 255 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 448 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 190 | 346 |
Connectivity of Vaiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaiya. As per the 2011 stats, Vaiya 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaiya
- Where is Vaiya located?
- Vaiya village is situated in Meghraj Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vaiya is Behdaj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vaiya?
- The pincode of Vaiya is 383350, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaiya is 1,269, with 638 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Vaiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaiya village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaiya is 57.76%. The male literacy rate is 70.22%, while the female literacy rate is 45.17%.