Davalpura - Petlad, Anand
Davalpura is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Davalpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davalpura is 516988. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.34 hectares and falls under the 388450 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Davalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Petlad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davalpura
According to the 2011 Census, Davalpura village had a total population of 1,706 people, including 918 males and 788 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.76%, with male literacy at 99.76% and female literacy at 97.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 272, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,706 | 918 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 146 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 829 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 89 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Davalpura
Davalpura 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 Davalpura
Davalpura 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 Davalpura.
| 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 Petlad to Davalpura is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Davalpura is about 20 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 Davalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davalpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Davalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davalpura 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 Davalpura
Where is Davalpura located?
Davalpura village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Davalpura?
Davalpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davalpura?
The pincode of Davalpura is 388450.
What is the population of Davalpura?
Davalpura had a total population of 1,706, including 918 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Davalpura?
Davalpura had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davalpura was 98.76%. Male literacy was 99.76% and female literacy was 97.56%.