Aya - Sayla, Surendranagar
Aya is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Aya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aya is 512430. The village covers a total geographical area of 990.32 hectares and falls under the 363430 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Aya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aya
According to the 2011 Census, Aya village had a total population of 490 people, including 260 males and 230 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.71%, with male literacy at 84.83% and female literacy at 61.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 490 | 260 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 49 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 179 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 81 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Aya
Aya 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 Aya
Public transport in the Aya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Aya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Aya is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aya
Where is Aya located?
Aya village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aya?
Aya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aya?
The pincode of Aya is 363430.
What is the population of Aya?
Aya had a total population of 490, including 260 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Aya?
Aya had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aya was 73.71%. Male literacy was 84.83% and female literacy was 61.73%.