Balanivav - Jafrabad, Amreli
Balanivav is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Balanivav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balanivav is 515894. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.83 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Balanivav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balanivav
According to the 2011 Census, Balanivav village had a total population of 253 people, including 132 males and 121 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.60%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 253 | 132 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 87 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 45 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Balanivav
Balanivav 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 Balanivav
Balanivav 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajula to Balanivav is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Balanivav is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balanivav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balanivav 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 Balanivav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balanivav 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balanivav
Where is Balanivav located?
Balanivav village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balanivav?
Balanivav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balanivav?
The pincode of Balanivav is 365730.
What is the population of Balanivav?
Balanivav had a total population of 253, including 132 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Balanivav?
Balanivav had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balanivav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balanivav was 65.60%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 53.85%.