Mathavda - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Mathavda is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mathavda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathavda is 516606. The village covers a total geographical area of 753.77 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mathavda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathavda
According to the 2011 Census, Mathavda village had a total population of 3,349 people, including 1,714 males and 1,635 females, living in 554 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.02%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 62.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 3,349 | 1,714 | 1,635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 251 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,162 | 1,303 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,187 | 411 | 776 |
Nearby Villages of Mathavda
Mathavda 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 Mathavda
Mathavda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alang to Mathavda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mathavda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathavda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathavda 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 Mathavda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathavda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mathavda
Where is Mathavda located?
Mathavda village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mathavda?
Mathavda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mathavda?
The pincode of Mathavda is 364150.
What is the population of Mathavda?
Mathavda had a total population of 3,349, including 1,714 males and 1,635 females.
How many households are there in Mathavda?
Mathavda had 554 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mathavda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathavda was 76.02%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 62.20%.