Valukad - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Valukad is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Valukad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valukad is 516480. The village covers a total geographical area of 1575.82 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Valukad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Valukad
As per Census 2011, Valukad village has a total population of 4,196 people, consisting of 2,088 males and 2,108 females. The village has 842 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,662 literate and 1,534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valukad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,196 | 2,088 | 2,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 246 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 219 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 2,662 | 1,477 | 1,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,534 | 611 | 923 |
Nearby Villages of Valukad
Valukad 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 Valukad
Public transport in the Valukad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Valukad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Palitana to Valukad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Valukad is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valukad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valukad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Valukad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valukad 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 Valukad
Where is Valukad located?
Valukad village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valukad?
Valukad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valukad?
The pincode of Valukad is 364270.
What is the population of Valukad?
Valukad has a total population of 4,196, including 2,088 males and 2,108 females.
How many households are there in Valukad?
There are 842 households in Valukad.
What is the literacy rate in Valukad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valukad is 63.44%. Male literacy is 70.74% and female literacy is 56.21%.