Begva - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Begva is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Dholka and around 60 km from Ahmadabad. Begva - Kalyanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begva is 511723. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.5 hectares and falls under the 382240 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Begva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begva
According to the 2011 Census, Begva village had a total population of 1,289 people, including 665 males and 624 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.25%, with male literacy at 71.91% and female literacy at 46.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
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 | 1,289 | 665 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 106 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 402 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 263 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Begva
Begva 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 Begva
Public transport in the Begva is mainly available through bus services. Begva has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dholka to Begva is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Begva is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Begva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Begva
Where is Begva located?
Begva village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begva?
The Gram Panchayat of Begva is Begva - Kalyanpura.
What is the pincode of Begva?
The pincode of Begva is 382240.
What is the population of Begva?
Begva had a total population of 1,289, including 665 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Begva?
Begva had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begva was 59.25%. Male literacy was 71.91% and female literacy was 46.10%.