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
According to the 2011 Census, Galvav village had a total population of 907 people, including 474 males and 433 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.87%, with male literacy at 92.44% and female literacy at 76.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
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 | 907 | 474 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 907, including 474 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Galvav?
Galvav had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galvav was 84.87%. Male literacy was 92.44% and female literacy was 76.68%.