Zarvaliya - Barwala, Botad
Zarvaliya is a village situated in the Barwala taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Barwala and around 121 km from Ahmadabad. Bhimnath-zarvaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zarvaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zarvaliya is 511847. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.11 hectares and falls under the 382250 pincode. Barwala is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Zarvaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zarvaliya
As per Census 2011, Zarvaliya village has a total population of 1,631 people, consisting of 846 males and 785 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zarvaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 846 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 649 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 197 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Zarvaliya
Zarvaliya 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 Zarvaliya
Zarvaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Zarvaliya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwala to Zarvaliya is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Zarvaliya is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zarvaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zarvaliya 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 Zarvaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zarvaliya 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 Zarvaliya
Where is Zarvaliya located?
Zarvaliya village is located in Barwala Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zarvaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Zarvaliya is Bhimnath-zarvaliya.
What is the pincode of Zarvaliya?
The pincode of Zarvaliya is 382250.
What is the population of Zarvaliya?
Zarvaliya has a total population of 1,631, including 846 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Zarvaliya?
There are 328 households in Zarvaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Zarvaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zarvaliya is 65.42%. Male literacy is 76.71% and female literacy is 53.25%.