Rupvas - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Rupvas is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from Danta and around 58 km from Palanpur. Rupvas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupvas is 507842. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.04 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rupvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rupvas
As per Census 2011, Rupvas village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 247 males and 247 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 494 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupvas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 247 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 247 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 125 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 122 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Rupvas
Rupvas 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 Rupvas
Rupvas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ambaji to Rupvas is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Rupvas is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rupvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupvas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rupvas
Where is Rupvas located?
Rupvas village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupvas?
Rupvas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupvas?
The pincode of Rupvas is 385120.
What is the population of Rupvas?
Rupvas has a total population of 494, including 247 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Rupvas?
There are 73 households in Rupvas.
What is the literacy rate in Rupvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupvas is 40.49%. Male literacy is 50.61% and female literacy is 30.36%.