Savni - Patan-Veraval, Gir Somnath
Savni is a village situated in the Patan-Veraval taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Veraval and around 105 km from Junagadh. Savni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Savni is 515034. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018.58 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Veraval is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Savni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Somnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Savni
As per Census 2011, Savni village has a total population of 2,960 people, consisting of 1,558 males and 1,402 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,030 literate and 930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Savni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | 1,558 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 2,030 | 1,208 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 350 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Savni
Savni 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 Savni
Savni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Savni has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Veraval to Savni is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Savni is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Savni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Savni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Savni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Savni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Savni
Where is Savni located?
Savni village is located in Patan-Veraval Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Savni?
Savni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Savni?
The pincode of Savni is 362268.
What is the population of Savni?
Savni has a total population of 2,960, including 1,558 males and 1,402 females.
How many households are there in Savni?
There are 497 households in Savni.
What is the literacy rate in Savni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Savni is 68.58%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 58.63%.