Rupavati - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Rupavati is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Rupavati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupavati is 516761. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.12 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Rupavati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rupavati
According to the 2011 Census, Rupavati village had a total population of 750 people, including 379 males and 371 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.05%, with male literacy at 94.80% and female literacy at 71.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 750 | 379 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 310 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 69 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Rupavati
Rupavati 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 Rupavati
Public transport in the Rupavati is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Rupavati is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Rupavati is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupavati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupavati 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rupavati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupavati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rupavati
Where is Rupavati located?
Rupavati village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rupavati?
Rupavati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupavati?
The pincode of Rupavati is 364290.
What is the population of Rupavati?
Rupavati had a total population of 750, including 379 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Rupavati?
Rupavati had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rupavati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupavati was 83.05%. Male literacy was 94.80% and female literacy was 71.34%.