Kauka - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Kauka is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Dholka and around 65 km from Ahmadabad. Kauka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kauka is 511735. The village covers a total geographical area of 1940.21 hectares and falls under the 382265 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kauka 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 Kauka
As per Census 2011, Kauka village has a total population of 3,834 people, consisting of 1,999 males and 1,835 females. The village has 785 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,291 literate and 1,543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kauka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,834 | 1,999 | 1,835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 266 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 239 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,291 | 1,331 | 960 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,543 | 668 | 875 |
Nearby Villages of Kauka
Kauka 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 Kauka
Kauka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kauka 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 Kauka is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Kauka is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kauka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kauka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kauka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kauka 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 Kauka
Where is Kauka located?
Kauka village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kauka?
Kauka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kauka?
The pincode of Kauka is 382265.
What is the population of Kauka?
Kauka has a total population of 3,834, including 1,999 males and 1,835 females.
How many households are there in Kauka?
There are 785 households in Kauka.
What is the literacy rate in Kauka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kauka is 59.75%. Male literacy is 66.58% and female literacy is 52.32%.