Itvaya - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Itvaya is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Una and around 190 km from Junagadh. Itvaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itvaya is 515257. The village covers a total geographical area of 1457.06 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Itvaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itvaya
As per Census 2011, Itvaya village has a total population of 1,902 people, consisting of 956 males and 946 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,121 literate and 781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Itvaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,902 | 956 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 125 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 198 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,121 | 630 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 326 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Itvaya
Itvaya 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 Itvaya
Public transport in the Itvaya 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 Una to Itvaya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Itvaya is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itvaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itvaya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Itvaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itvaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itvaya
Where is Itvaya located?
Itvaya village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itvaya?
Itvaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Itvaya?
The pincode of Itvaya is 362530.
What is the population of Itvaya?
Itvaya has a total population of 1,902, including 956 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Itvaya?
There are 384 households in Itvaya.
What is the literacy rate in Itvaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itvaya is 58.94%. Male literacy is 65.90% and female literacy is 51.90%.