Saviyana - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Saviyana is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Saviyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saviyana is 508376. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.75 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Saviyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saviyana
According to the 2011 Census, Saviyana village had a total population of 3,416 people, including 1,760 males and 1,656 females, living in 614 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.03%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 3,416 | 1,760 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 296 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,658 | 1,039 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,758 | 721 | 1,037 |
Nearby Villages of Saviyana
Saviyana 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 Saviyana
Saviyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Saviyana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Saviyana is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Saviyana is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saviyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saviyana 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 Saviyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saviyana 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 Saviyana
Where is Saviyana located?
Saviyana village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saviyana?
Saviyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saviyana?
The pincode of Saviyana is 385535.
What is the population of Saviyana?
Saviyana had a total population of 3,416, including 1,760 males and 1,656 females.
How many households are there in Saviyana?
Saviyana had 614 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saviyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saviyana was 58.03%. Male literacy was 70.97% and female literacy was 44.44%.