Kunvarava - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Kunvarava is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kunvarava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunvarava is 508521. The village covers a total geographical area of 634.47 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kunvarava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunvarava
As per Census 2011, Kunvarava village has a total population of 2,317 people, consisting of 1,182 males and 1,135 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 1,049 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunvarava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,317 | 1,182 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 164 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 806 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,049 | 376 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Kunvarava
Kunvarava 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 Kunvarava
Kunvarava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kunvarava.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Kunvarava is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Kunvarava is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunvarava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunvarava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunvarava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunvarava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kunvarava
Where is Kunvarava located?
Kunvarava village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunvarava?
Kunvarava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunvarava?
The pincode of Kunvarava is 385550.
What is the population of Kunvarava?
Kunvarava has a total population of 2,317, including 1,182 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Kunvarava?
There are 416 households in Kunvarava.
What is the literacy rate in Kunvarava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunvarava is 54.73%. Male literacy is 68.19% and female literacy is 40.70%.