Thervada - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Thervada is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Thervada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thervada is 508265. The village covers a total geographical area of 1399.39 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Thervada 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 Thervada
As per Census 2011, Thervada village has a total population of 3,396 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,686 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,692 literate and 1,704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thervada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,396 | 1,710 | 1,686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 283 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 244 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,692 | 1,036 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,704 | 674 | 1,030 |
Nearby Villages of Thervada
Thervada 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 Thervada
Thervada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Thervada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Thervada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Thervada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thervada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thervada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thervada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thervada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thervada
Where is Thervada located?
Thervada village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thervada?
Thervada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thervada?
The pincode of Thervada is 385535.
What is the population of Thervada?
Thervada has a total population of 3,396, including 1,710 males and 1,686 females.
How many households are there in Thervada?
There are 609 households in Thervada.
What is the literacy rate in Thervada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thervada is 49.82%. Male literacy is 60.58% and female literacy is 38.91%.