Ravashiya - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Ravashiya is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Ravashiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravashiya is 513781. The village covers a total geographical area of 869.58 hectares and falls under the 361012 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ravashiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ravashiya
As per Census 2011, Ravashiya village has a total population of 399 people, consisting of 191 males and 208 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravashiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 399 | 191 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 122 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 69 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Ravashiya
Ravashiya 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 Ravashiya
Ravashiya 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 | 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 Kalavad to Ravashiya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Ravashiya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravashiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravashiya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ravashiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravashiya 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 Ravashiya
Where is Ravashiya located?
Ravashiya village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravashiya?
Ravashiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ravashiya?
The pincode of Ravashiya is 361012.
What is the population of Ravashiya?
Ravashiya has a total population of 399, including 191 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Ravashiya?
There are 96 households in Ravashiya.
What is the literacy rate in Ravashiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravashiya is 55.89%. Male literacy is 63.87% and female literacy is 48.56%.