Kacholiya - Dasada, Surendranagar
Kacholiya is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Kacholiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kacholiya is 512146. The village covers a total geographical area of 1781.22 hectares and falls under the 363745 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kacholiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kacholiya
As per Census 2011, Kacholiya village has a total population of 1,305 people, consisting of 643 males and 662 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 903 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kacholiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,305 | 643 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 73 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 215 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 499 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 144 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Kacholiya
Kacholiya 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 Kacholiya
Kacholiya 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 Patdi to Kacholiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Kacholiya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kacholiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kacholiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kacholiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kacholiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kacholiya
Where is Kacholiya located?
Kacholiya village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kacholiya?
Kacholiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kacholiya?
The pincode of Kacholiya is 363745.
What is the population of Kacholiya?
Kacholiya has a total population of 1,305, including 643 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Kacholiya?
There are 280 households in Kacholiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kacholiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kacholiya is 69.20%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 61.03%.