Kunwarla - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Kunwarla is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kuvarla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunwarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunwarla is 507622. The village covers a total geographical area of 1145.66 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kunwarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunwarla
According to the 2011 Census, Kunwarla village had a total population of 2,950 people, including 1,536 males and 1,414 females, living in 473 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.82%, with male literacy at 84.73% and female literacy at 70.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 2,950 | 1,536 | 1,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 272 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 121 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,881 | 1,071 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 465 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Kunwarla
Kunwarla 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 Kunwarla
Kunwarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhanera to Kunwarla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Kunwarla is about 83 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 Kunwarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunwarla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunwarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunwarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunwarla
Where is Kunwarla located?
Kunwarla village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunwarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunwarla is Kuvarla.
What is the pincode of Kunwarla?
The pincode of Kunwarla is 385310.
What is the population of Kunwarla?
Kunwarla had a total population of 2,950, including 1,536 males and 1,414 females.
How many households are there in Kunwarla?
Kunwarla had 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunwarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunwarla was 77.82%. Male literacy was 84.73% and female literacy was 70.25%.