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
As per Census 2011, Kunwarla village has a total population of 2,950 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,414 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,881 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunwarla are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,950, including 1,536 males and 1,414 females.
How many households are there in Kunwarla?
There are 473 households in Kunwarla.
What is the literacy rate in Kunwarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunwarla is 63.76%. Male literacy is 69.73% and female literacy is 57.28%.