Valukad
About Valukad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Valukad village is 516296. Valukad village is located in Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Ghogha (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Valukad village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2155.7 hectares. Valukad has a total population of 6,881 peoples, out of which male population is 3,503 while female population is 3,378. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 964 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of valukad village is 66.63% out of which 73.77% males and 59.24% females are literate. There are about 1,158 houses in valukad village. Pincode of valukad village locality is 364060.
When it comes to administration, Valukad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Valukad village comes under Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Bhavnagar is nearest town to valukad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Valukad
The population details of Valukad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,881 | 3,503 | 3,378 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 861 | 451 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 480 | 248 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,585 | 2,584 | 2,001 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,296 | 919 | 1,377 |
Connectivity of Valukad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Valukad
Where is Valukad located?
Valukad village is situated in Ghogha Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valukad?
Valukad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Valukad?
The pincode of Valukad is 364060, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valukad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valukad is 6,881, with 3,503 males and 3,378 females.
How many households are there in Valukad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valukad village has a total of 1,158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valukad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valukad is 66.63%. The male literacy rate is 73.77%, while the female literacy rate is 59.24%.