Indran - Sathamba, Arvalli
Indran is a village situated in the Sathamba taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Bayad and around 85 km from Himatnagar. Indran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indran is 511112. The village covers a total geographical area of 1878.71 hectares and falls under the 383340 pincode. Bayad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Indran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Indran
According to the 2011 Census, Indran village had a total population of 7,239 people, including 3,735 males and 3,504 females, living in 1,448 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.44%, with male literacy at 87.51% and female literacy at 56.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 447.
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 | 7,239 | 3,735 | 3,504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,067 | 557 | 510 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 225 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,471 | 2,781 | 1,690 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,768 | 954 | 1,814 |
Nearby Villages of Indran
Indran 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 Indran
Public transport in the Indran is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bayad to Indran is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Indran is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Indran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Indran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Indran
Where is Indran located?
Indran village is located in Sathamba Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Indran?
Indran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Indran?
The pincode of Indran is 383340.
What is the population of Indran?
Indran had a total population of 7,239, including 3,735 males and 3,504 females.
How many households are there in Indran?
Indran had 1,448 households.
What is the literacy rate in Indran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indran was 72.44%. Male literacy was 87.51% and female literacy was 56.45%.