Liya - Muli, Surendranagar
Liya is a village situated in the Muli taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Liya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Liya is 512254. The village covers a total geographical area of 3750.42 hectares and falls under the 363510 pincode. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Liya 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 Liya
As per Census 2011, Liya village has a total population of 3,036 people, consisting of 1,589 males and 1,447 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,555 literate and 1,481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Liya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,036 | 1,589 | 1,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 251 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 145 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 944 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,481 | 645 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Liya
Liya 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 Liya
Public transport in the Liya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrangadhra to Liya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Liya 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 Liya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Liya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Liya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Liya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Liya
Where is Liya located?
Liya village is located in Muli Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Liya?
Liya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Liya?
The pincode of Liya is 363510.
What is the population of Liya?
Liya has a total population of 3,036, including 1,589 males and 1,447 females.
How many households are there in Liya?
There are 488 households in Liya.
What is the literacy rate in Liya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Liya is 51.22%. Male literacy is 59.41% and female literacy is 42.23%.