Sevad - Valia, Bharuch
Sevad is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Sevad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sevad is 522500. The village covers a total geographical area of 807.91 hectares and falls under the 393135 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Sevad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sevad
As per Census 2011, Sevad village has a total population of 1,332 people, consisting of 679 males and 653 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,297 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sevad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 679 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,297 | 662 | 635 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 442 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 237 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Sevad
Sevad 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 Sevad
Sevad 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Sevad is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Sevad is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sevad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sevad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sevad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sevad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sevad
Where is Sevad located?
Sevad village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sevad?
Sevad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sevad?
The pincode of Sevad is 393135.
What is the population of Sevad?
Sevad has a total population of 1,332, including 679 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Sevad?
There are 307 households in Sevad.
What is the literacy rate in Sevad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sevad is 58.71%. Male literacy is 65.10% and female literacy is 52.07%.