Valar - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Valar is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Valar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valar is 516664. The village covers a total geographical area of 1007.62 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Valar 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 Valar
As per Census 2011, Valar village has a total population of 1,416 people, consisting of 746 males and 670 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,416 | 746 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 106 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 496 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 250 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Valar
Valar 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 Valar
Valar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Valar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Valar is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Valar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Valar
Where is Valar located?
Valar village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valar?
Valar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valar?
The pincode of Valar is 364130.
What is the population of Valar?
Valar has a total population of 1,416, including 746 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Valar?
There are 238 households in Valar.
What is the literacy rate in Valar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valar is 60.03%. Male literacy is 66.49% and female literacy is 52.84%.