Prashnavda - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Prashnavda is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Sutrapada and around 148 km from Junagadh. Prashnavda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prashnavda is 515091. The village covers a total geographical area of 1383.3 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Prashnavda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prashnavda
As per Census 2011, Prashnavda village has a total population of 7,143 people, consisting of 3,619 males and 3,524 females. The village has 1,164 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 857 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,720 literate and 2,423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 795 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prashnavda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,143 | 3,619 | 3,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 857 | 440 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 795 | 416 | 379 |
| Literate Population | 4,720 | 2,680 | 2,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,423 | 939 | 1,484 |
Nearby Villages of Prashnavda
Prashnavda 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 Prashnavda
Public transport in the Prashnavda 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 Sutrapada to Prashnavda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Prashnavda is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prashnavda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prashnavda 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 Prashnavda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prashnavda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Prashnavda
Where is Prashnavda located?
Prashnavda village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prashnavda?
Prashnavda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prashnavda?
The pincode of Prashnavda is 362275.
What is the population of Prashnavda?
Prashnavda has a total population of 7,143, including 3,619 males and 3,524 females.
How many households are there in Prashnavda?
There are 1,164 households in Prashnavda.
What is the literacy rate in Prashnavda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prashnavda is 66.08%. Male literacy is 74.05% and female literacy is 57.89%.