Galvav - Manavadar, Junagadh
Galvav is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Galvav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galvav is 514380. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.01 hectares and falls under the 362630 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Galvav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Galvav
As per Census 2011, Galvav village has a total population of 907 people, consisting of 474 males and 433 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Galvav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 | 474 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 416 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 58 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Galvav
Galvav 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 Galvav
Galvav 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 | 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 Manavadar to Galvav is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Galvav is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galvav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Galvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galvav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Galvav
Where is Galvav located?
Galvav village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galvav?
Galvav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galvav?
The pincode of Galvav is 362630.
What is the population of Galvav?
Galvav has a total population of 907, including 474 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Galvav?
There are 218 households in Galvav.
What is the literacy rate in Galvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galvav is 81.04%. Male literacy is 87.76% and female literacy is 73.67%.