Kuva - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Kuva is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Devgadbaria and around 65 km from Dohad. Kuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuva is 519563. The village covers a total geographical area of 934.06 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuva
As per Census 2011, Kuva village has a total population of 3,569 people, consisting of 1,802 males and 1,767 females. The village has 587 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 606 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,913 literate and 1,656 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 973 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,569 | 1,802 | 1,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 322 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 973 | 494 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 1,913 | 1,157 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,656 | 645 | 1,011 |
Nearby Villages of Kuva
Kuva 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 Kuva
Kuva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Devgadbaria to Kuva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Kuva 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 Kuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuva 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 Kuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuva
Where is Kuva located?
Kuva village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuva?
Kuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuva?
The pincode of Kuva is 389380.
What is the population of Kuva?
Kuva has a total population of 3,569, including 1,802 males and 1,767 females.
How many households are there in Kuva?
There are 587 households in Kuva.
What is the literacy rate in Kuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuva is 53.60%. Male literacy is 64.21% and female literacy is 42.78%.