Suryavadar - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Suryavadar is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Kalyanpur and around 90 km from Jamnagar. Suryavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suryavadar is 513994. The village covers a total geographical area of 1187.86 hectares and falls under the 361325 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Suryavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suryavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Suryavadar village had a total population of 2,496 people, including 1,285 males and 1,211 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.14%, with male literacy at 79.46% and female literacy at 56.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 2,496 | 1,285 | 1,211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 175 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,480 | 882 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,016 | 403 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Suryavadar
Suryavadar 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 Suryavadar
Public transport in the Suryavadar 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 Khambhalia to Suryavadar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Suryavadar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suryavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suryavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suryavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suryavadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suryavadar
Where is Suryavadar located?
Suryavadar village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suryavadar?
Suryavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suryavadar?
The pincode of Suryavadar is 361325.
What is the population of Suryavadar?
Suryavadar had a total population of 2,496, including 1,285 males and 1,211 females.
How many households are there in Suryavadar?
Suryavadar had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suryavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suryavadar was 68.14%. Male literacy was 79.46% and female literacy was 56.31%.