Malvada - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Malvada is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Malvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malvada is 514164. The village covers a total geographical area of 1280.94 hectares and falls under the 360530 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Malvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malvada
According to the 2011 Census, Malvada village had a total population of 251 people, including 131 males and 120 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.90%, with male literacy at 41.07% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 85 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Malvada
Malvada 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 Malvada
Malvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jamjodhpur to Malvada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Malvada is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Malvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malvada 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 Malvada
Where is Malvada located?
Malvada village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malvada?
Malvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malvada?
The pincode of Malvada is 360530.
What is the population of Malvada?
Malvada had a total population of 251, including 131 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Malvada?
Malvada had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malvada was 39.90%. Male literacy was 41.07% and female literacy was 38.46%.