Valavad
About Valavad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Valavad village is 516369. Valavad village is located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Valavad village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 682.14 hectares. Valavad has a total population of 1,678 peoples, out of which male population is 880 while female population is 798. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 906 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of valavad village is 59.71% out of which 69.43% males and 49.00% females are literate. There are about 307 houses in valavad village. Pincode of valavad village locality is 364240.
When it comes to administration, Valavad 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, Valavad village comes under Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Sihor is nearest town to valavad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Valavad
The population details of Valavad 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 | 1,678 | 880 | 798 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 255 | 135 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 718 | 363 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 611 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 269 | 407 |
Connectivity of Valavad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Valavad
Where is Valavad located?
Valavad village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valavad?
Valavad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Valavad?
The pincode of Valavad is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valavad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valavad is 1,678, with 880 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Valavad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valavad village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valavad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valavad is 59.71%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 49.00%.