Davas - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Davas is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Davas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davas is 508291. The village covers a total geographical area of 874.6 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Davas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davas
As per Census 2011, Davas village has a total population of 2,440 people, consisting of 1,235 males and 1,205 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,224 literate and 1,216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,440 | 1,235 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 238 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 240 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 765 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 470 | 746 |
Nearby Villages of Davas
Davas 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 Davas
Davas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Davas 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 Deesa to Davas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Davas is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Davas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davas 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 km |
FAQs about Davas
Where is Davas located?
Davas village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davas?
Davas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davas?
The pincode of Davas is 385535.
What is the population of Davas?
Davas has a total population of 2,440, including 1,235 males and 1,205 females.
How many households are there in Davas?
There are 439 households in Davas.
What is the literacy rate in Davas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davas is 50.16%. Male literacy is 61.94% and female literacy is 38.09%.