Kodvav - Manavadar, Junagadh
Kodvav is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Kodvav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodvav is 514384. The village covers a total geographical area of 1775.93 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kodvav 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 Kodvav
According to the 2011 Census, Kodvav village had a total population of 1,452 people, including 742 males and 710 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.98%, with male literacy at 85.82% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 364, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,452 | 742 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 181 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 587 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 155 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Kodvav
Kodvav 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 Kodvav
Kodvav 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Kodvav is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kodvav is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodvav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kodvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodvav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kodvav
Where is Kodvav located?
Kodvav village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodvav?
Kodvav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kodvav?
The pincode of Kodvav is 362620.
What is the population of Kodvav?
Kodvav had a total population of 1,452, including 742 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Kodvav?
Kodvav had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodvav was 76.98%. Male literacy was 85.82% and female literacy was 67.74%.