Hindla - Songadh, Tapi
Hindla is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Medha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hindla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hindla is 524662. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.27 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Hindla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hindla
According to the 2011 Census, Hindla village had a total population of 801 people, including 398 males and 403 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.51%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 58.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 776.
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 | 801 | 398 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 776 | 381 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 261 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 137 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Hindla
Hindla 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 Hindla
Hindla 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 Songadh to Hindla is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Hindla is about 43 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 Hindla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hindla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hindla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hindla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hindla
Where is Hindla located?
Hindla village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hindla?
The Gram Panchayat of Hindla is Medha.
What is the pincode of Hindla?
The pincode of Hindla is 394670.
What is the population of Hindla?
Hindla had a total population of 801, including 398 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Hindla?
Hindla had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hindla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hindla was 65.51%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 58.56%.