Havtad Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Havtad village has a total population of 1,371 people, consisting of 691 males and 680 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 833 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Havtad are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 1,371, including 691 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Havtad?
There are 261 households in Havtad.
What is the literacy rate in Havtad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Havtad is 60.76%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 54.41%.