Takhuva

Takhuva is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 133km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Antrol is the gram panchayat of Takhuva village.

Here you can discover what makes Takhuva unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Takhuva’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Takhuva

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Takhuva is 507482. The village spans a total geographical area of 455.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385566. Tharad is nearest town to Takhuva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Takhuva village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Takhuva

According to the 2011 Census, Takhuva has a total population of about 583, with approximately 294 males and 289 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 70. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.92%, with male literacy at about 73.13% and female literacy near 38.41%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Takhuva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 583 294 289
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 54 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 44 19 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 70 40 30
Literate Population 326 215 111
Illiterate Population 257 79 178

Connectivity of Takhuva

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Takhuva. As per the 2011 stats, Takhuva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Takhuva

Knowing the nearby villages of Takhuva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Takhuva.

Frequently Asked Questions about Takhuva

Where is Takhuva located?
Takhuva village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takhuva?
The Gram Panchayat of Takhuva is Antrol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Takhuva?
The pincode of Takhuva is 385566, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Takhuva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Takhuva is 583, with 294 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Takhuva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Takhuva village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takhuva as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Takhuva is 55.92%. The male literacy rate is 73.13%, while the female literacy rate is 38.41%.