Havtad - Lathi, Amreli
Havtad is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Havtad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Havtad is 515524. The village covers a total geographical area of 745.03 hectares and falls under the 365220 pincode. Damnagar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Havtad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Havtad
According to the 2011 Census, Havtad village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 691 males and 680 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 78.21% and female literacy at 62.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 1,371 | 691 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 833 | 463 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 228 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Havtad
Havtad 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 Havtad
Havtad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Havtad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Damnagar to Havtad is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Havtad is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Havtad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Havtad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Havtad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Havtad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Havtad
Where is Havtad located?
Havtad village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Havtad?
Havtad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Havtad?
The pincode of Havtad is 365220.
What is the population of Havtad?
Havtad had a total population of 1,371, including 691 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Havtad?
Havtad had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Havtad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Havtad was 70.18%. Male literacy was 78.21% and female literacy was 62.18%.