Varavala
Varavala is a village located in Okhamandal taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dwarka (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Varavala village is also a gram panchayat.
Varavala has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Varavala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Varavala is 513470. The village spans a total geographical area of 2945.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361335. Dwarka is nearest town to Varavala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Varavala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Varavala
Population of Varavala
Below is a concise population overview of Varavala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 11,955 | 6,133 | 5,822 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,382 | 1,261 | 1,121 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,112 | 569 | 543 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
Literate Population | 4,788 | 2,870 | 1,918 |
Illiterate Population | 7,167 | 3,263 | 3,904 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Varavala village:
- The total population of Varavala village is around 11,955, including approximately 6,133 males and 5,822 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,382 children aged 0–6 years in Varavala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Varavala village has 1,112 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Varavala village is about 40.05%, with male literacy at 46.80% and female literacy at 32.94%.
- There are around 1,901 households in Varavala village.
Connectivity of Varavala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Varavala. As per the 2011 stats, Varavala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Varavala
Knowing the nearby villages of Varavala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Varavala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Varavala
- Where is Varavala located?
- Varavala village is situated in Okhamandal Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Varavala?
- Varavala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Varavala?
- The pincode of Varavala is 361335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Varavala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Varavala is 11,955, with 6,133 males and 5,822 females.
- How many households are there in Varavala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Varavala village has a total of 1,901 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Varavala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Varavala is 40.05%. The male literacy rate is 46.80%, while the female literacy rate is 32.94%.