Reshamiya - Chotila, Surendranagar
Reshamiya is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Reshamiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Reshamiya is 512373. The village covers a total geographical area of 705.32 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Reshamiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Reshamiya
According to the 2011 Census, Reshamiya village had a total population of 2,544 people, including 1,313 males and 1,231 females, living in 511 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 81.85% and female literacy at 53.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 2,544 | 1,313 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 233 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 884 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 429 | 688 |
Nearby Villages of Reshamiya
Reshamiya 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 Reshamiya
Public transport in the Reshamiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Reshamiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Reshamiya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Reshamiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Reshamiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Reshamiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Reshamiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Reshamiya
Where is Reshamiya located?
Reshamiya village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Reshamiya?
Reshamiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Reshamiya?
The pincode of Reshamiya is 363520.
What is the population of Reshamiya?
Reshamiya had a total population of 2,544, including 1,313 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Reshamiya?
Reshamiya had 511 households.
What is the literacy rate in Reshamiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Reshamiya was 67.86%. Male literacy was 81.85% and female literacy was 53.08%.