Ebhalvad - Jafrabad, Amreli
Ebhalvad is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Ebhalvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ebhalvad is 515897. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.66 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Ebhalvad 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 Ebhalvad
According to the 2011 Census, Ebhalvad village had a total population of 1,071 people, including 555 males and 516 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.37%, with male literacy at 71.25% and female literacy at 44.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 1,071 | 555 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 342 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 213 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Ebhalvad
Ebhalvad 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 Ebhalvad
Ebhalvad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rajula to Ebhalvad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Ebhalvad is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ebhalvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ebhalvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ebhalvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ebhalvad 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ebhalvad
Where is Ebhalvad located?
Ebhalvad village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ebhalvad?
Ebhalvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ebhalvad?
The pincode of Ebhalvad is 365730.
What is the population of Ebhalvad?
Ebhalvad had a total population of 1,071, including 555 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Ebhalvad?
Ebhalvad had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ebhalvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ebhalvad was 58.37%. Male literacy was 71.25% and female literacy was 44.69%.