Delwada - Una, Gir Somnath
Delwada is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Una and around 190 km from Junagadh. Delwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delwada is 515359. The village covers a total geographical area of 1562 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Delwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Delwada
As per Census 2011, Delwada village has a total population of 12,247 people, consisting of 6,338 males and 5,909 females. The village has 2,272 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,614 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,726 literate and 4,521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 858 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Delwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,247 | 6,338 | 5,909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,614 | 834 | 780 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 858 | 430 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 7,726 | 4,587 | 3,139 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,521 | 1,751 | 2,770 |
Nearby Villages of Delwada
Delwada 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 Delwada
Delwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Delwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Delwada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Delwada is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Delwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Delwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delwada 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 Delwada
Where is Delwada located?
Delwada village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Delwada?
Delwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Delwada?
The pincode of Delwada is 362510.
What is the population of Delwada?
Delwada has a total population of 12,247, including 6,338 males and 5,909 females.
How many households are there in Delwada?
There are 2,272 households in Delwada.
What is the literacy rate in Delwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delwada is 63.08%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 53.12%.