Davol - Borsad, Anand
Davol is a village situated in the Borsad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borsad and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Davol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davol is 517080. The village covers a total geographical area of 931.18 hectares and falls under the 388540 pincode. Borsad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Davol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borsad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davol
According to the 2011 Census, Davol village had a total population of 11,368 people, including 5,843 males and 5,525 females, living in 2,457 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.85%, with male literacy at 91.73% and female literacy at 71.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 11,368 | 5,843 | 5,525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,486 | 779 | 707 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 127 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 8,088 | 4,645 | 3,443 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,280 | 1,198 | 2,082 |
Nearby Villages of Davol
Davol 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 Davol
Davol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Davol has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borsad to Davol is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Davol is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Davol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Davol
Where is Davol located?
Davol village is located in Borsad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Davol?
Davol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davol?
The pincode of Davol is 388540.
What is the population of Davol?
Davol had a total population of 11,368, including 5,843 males and 5,525 females.
How many households are there in Davol?
Davol had 2,457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davol was 81.85%. Male literacy was 91.73% and female literacy was 71.46%.