Kadvasan - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Kadvasan is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Kodinar and around 130 km from Junagadh. Kadvasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadvasan is 515123. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.34 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kadvasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadvasan
As per Census 2011, Kadvasan village has a total population of 2,687 people, consisting of 1,372 males and 1,315 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,896 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 513 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadvasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,687 | 1,372 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 158 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 253 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,896 | 1,046 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 326 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Kadvasan
Kadvasan 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 Kadvasan
Kadvasan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Kadvasan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kadvasan is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadvasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadvasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadvasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadvasan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kadvasan
Where is Kadvasan located?
Kadvasan village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadvasan?
Kadvasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kadvasan?
The pincode of Kadvasan is 362720.
What is the population of Kadvasan?
Kadvasan has a total population of 2,687, including 1,372 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Kadvasan?
There are 451 households in Kadvasan.
What is the literacy rate in Kadvasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadvasan is 70.56%. Male literacy is 76.24% and female literacy is 64.64%.