Ravchond - Ahwa, Dangs
Ravchond is a village situated in the Ahwa taluka of Dangs district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Ahwa and around 15 km from Ahwa. Chaukiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ravchond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravchond is 522740. The village covers a total geographical area of 1051.77 hectares and falls under the 394710 pincode. Bilimora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ravchond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ravchond
According to the 2011 Census, Ravchond village had a total population of 529 people, including 241 males and 288 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.38%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 79.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 525.
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 | 529 | 241 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 237 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 153 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 88 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Ravchond
Ravchond 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 Ravchond
Public transport in the Ravchond is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bilimora to Ravchond is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahwa to Ravchond is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravchond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravchond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ravchond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravchond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ravchond
Where is Ravchond located?
Ravchond village is located in Ahwa Taluka, Dangs district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravchond?
The Gram Panchayat of Ravchond is Chaukiya.
What is the pincode of Ravchond?
The pincode of Ravchond is 394710.
What is the population of Ravchond?
Ravchond had a total population of 529, including 241 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Ravchond?
Ravchond had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ravchond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravchond was 82.38%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 79.56%.