Diva - Anklesvar, Bharuch
Diva is a village situated in the Anklesvar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklesvar and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Diva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diva is 522346. The village covers a total geographical area of 1412.97 hectares and falls under the 393010 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Diva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ankleshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharuch Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Diva
As per Census 2011, Diva village has a total population of 5,584 people, consisting of 2,789 males and 2,795 females. The village has 1,192 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,534 literate and 1,050 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,017 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,584 | 2,789 | 2,795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 274 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 76 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,017 | 526 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 4,534 | 2,335 | 2,199 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 454 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Diva
Diva 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 Diva
Diva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Diva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Diva is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Diva is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diva 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 Diva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Diva
Where is Diva located?
Diva village is located in Anklesvar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diva?
Diva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Diva?
The pincode of Diva is 393010.
What is the population of Diva?
Diva has a total population of 5,584, including 2,789 males and 2,795 females.
How many households are there in Diva?
There are 1,192 households in Diva.
What is the literacy rate in Diva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diva is 81.20%. Male literacy is 83.72% and female literacy is 78.68%.