Shekhaliya - Chotila, Surendranagar
Shekhaliya is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Shekhaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhaliya is 512375. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.59 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Rajkot is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Shekhaliya 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 Shekhaliya
As per Census 2011, Shekhaliya village has a total population of 715 people, consisting of 367 males and 348 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 715 | 367 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 69 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 175 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 192 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhaliya
Shekhaliya 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 Shekhaliya
Shekhaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajkot to Shekhaliya is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Shekhaliya is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhaliya 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 Shekhaliya
Where is Shekhaliya located?
Shekhaliya village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhaliya?
Shekhaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shekhaliya?
The pincode of Shekhaliya is 363520.
What is the population of Shekhaliya?
Shekhaliya has a total population of 715, including 367 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Shekhaliya?
There are 103 households in Shekhaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhaliya is 38.74%. Male literacy is 47.68% and female literacy is 29.31%.