Kagvadar - Jafrabad, Amreli
Kagvadar is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kagvadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kagvadar is 515891. The village covers a total geographical area of 973.49 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kagvadar 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 Kagvadar
As per Census 2011, Kagvadar village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 500 males and 485 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kagvadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 500 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 342 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 158 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Kagvadar
Kagvadar 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 Kagvadar
Kagvadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajula to Kagvadar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kagvadar is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kagvadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kagvadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kagvadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kagvadar 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 Kagvadar
Where is Kagvadar located?
Kagvadar village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kagvadar?
Kagvadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kagvadar?
The pincode of Kagvadar is 365730.
What is the population of Kagvadar?
Kagvadar has a total population of 985, including 500 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Kagvadar?
There are 174 households in Kagvadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kagvadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kagvadar is 57.97%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 47.22%.