Vijaliya - Thangadh, Surendranagar
Vijaliya is a village situated in the Thangadh taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Chotila and around 62 km from Surendranagar. Vijaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijaliya is 512307. The village covers a total geographical area of 1340.3 hectares and falls under the 363530 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vijaliya 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 Vijaliya
As per Census 2011, Vijaliya village has a total population of 3,678 people, consisting of 1,892 males and 1,786 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 737 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,636 literate and 2,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,678 | 1,892 | 1,786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 737 | 384 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 1,083 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,042 | 809 | 1,233 |
Nearby Villages of Vijaliya
Vijaliya 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 Vijaliya
Vijaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vijaliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thangadh to Vijaliya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vijaliya is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijaliya 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 Vijaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijaliya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vijaliya
Where is Vijaliya located?
Vijaliya village is located in Thangadh Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijaliya?
Vijaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijaliya?
The pincode of Vijaliya is 363530.
What is the population of Vijaliya?
Vijaliya has a total population of 3,678, including 1,892 males and 1,786 females.
How many households are there in Vijaliya?
There are 610 households in Vijaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Vijaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijaliya is 44.48%. Male literacy is 57.24% and female literacy is 30.96%.