Talvana - Mandvi, Kachchh
Talvana is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Talvana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talvana is 507272. The village covers a total geographical area of 1687.06 hectares and falls under the 370460 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Talvana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talvana
According to the 2011 Census, Talvana village had a total population of 3,497 people, including 1,767 males and 1,730 females, living in 723 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 84.93% and female literacy at 73.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 416, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 3,497 | 1,767 | 1,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 214 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 211 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,422 | 1,319 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 448 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Talvana
Talvana 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 Talvana
Public transport in the Talvana 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 Mandvi to Talvana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Talvana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talvana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talvana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talvana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talvana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talvana
Where is Talvana located?
Talvana village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talvana?
Talvana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talvana?
The pincode of Talvana is 370460.
What is the population of Talvana?
Talvana had a total population of 3,497, including 1,767 males and 1,730 females.
How many households are there in Talvana?
Talvana had 723 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talvana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talvana was 79.25%. Male literacy was 84.93% and female literacy was 73.39%.