Raviya - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Raviya is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Raviya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raviya is 507657. The village falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Raviya 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 Raviya
According to the 2011 Census, Raviya village had a total population of 2,634 people, including 1,369 males and 1,265 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.04%, with male literacy at 61.82% and female literacy at 35.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 2,634 | 1,369 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 261 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 141 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 156 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 685 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,592 | 684 | 908 |
Nearby Villages of Raviya
Raviya 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 Raviya
Public transport in the Raviya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Raviya is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Raviya 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 Raviya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raviya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raviya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raviya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raviya
Where is Raviya located?
Raviya village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raviya?
Raviya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raviya?
The pincode of Raviya is 385310.
What is the population of Raviya?
Raviya had a total population of 2,634, including 1,369 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Raviya?
Raviya had 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raviya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raviya was 49.04%. Male literacy was 61.82% and female literacy was 35.10%.