Loya - Sayla, Surendranagar
Loya is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Loya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loya is 512465. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248.51 hectares and falls under the 363410 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Loya 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 Loya
According to the 2011 Census, Loya village had a total population of 1,386 people, including 699 males and 687 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.35%, with male literacy at 66.61% and female literacy at 43.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 1,386 | 699 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 127 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 381 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 318 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Loya
Loya 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 Loya
Public transport in the Loya 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 Botad to Loya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Loya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loya 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 Loya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loya
Where is Loya located?
Loya village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loya?
Loya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loya?
The pincode of Loya is 363410.
What is the population of Loya?
Loya had a total population of 1,386, including 699 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Loya?
Loya had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loya was 55.35%. Male literacy was 66.61% and female literacy was 43.44%.