Taveda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Taveda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Tavida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taveda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taveda is 516767. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.82 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Taveda 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 Taveda
As per Census 2011, Taveda village has a total population of 2,031 people, consisting of 1,045 males and 986 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,209 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taveda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,031 | 1,045 | 986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 131 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 753 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 292 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Taveda
Taveda 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 Taveda
Taveda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Taveda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Taveda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Taveda is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taveda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taveda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taveda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taveda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taveda
Where is Taveda located?
Taveda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taveda?
The Gram Panchayat of Taveda is Tavida.
What is the pincode of Taveda?
The pincode of Taveda is 364290.
What is the population of Taveda?
Taveda has a total population of 2,031, including 1,045 males and 986 females.
How many households are there in Taveda?
There are 370 households in Taveda.
What is the literacy rate in Taveda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taveda is 59.53%. Male literacy is 72.06% and female literacy is 46.25%.