Mauvana (Shivagadh) - Rapar, Kachchh
Mauvana (Shivagadh) is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 225 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Mauvana (Shivagadh) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mauvana (Shivagadh) is 506531. The village covers a total geographical area of 5313.01 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mauvana (Shivagadh) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mauvana (Shivagadh)
According to the 2011 Census, Mauvana (Shivagadh) village had a total population of 2,577 people, including 1,308 males and 1,269 females, living in 500 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.03%, with male literacy at 58.65% and female literacy at 34.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 269, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,577 | 1,308 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 244 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 624 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 684 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Mauvana (Shivagadh)
Mauvana (Shivagadh) 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 Mauvana (Shivagadh)
Mauvana (Shivagadh) 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Mauvana (Shivagadh) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Mauvana (Shivagadh) is about 225 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mauvana (Shivagadh)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mauvana (Shivagadh) 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 Mauvana (Shivagadh)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mauvana (Shivagadh) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mauvana (Shivagadh)
Where is Mauvana (Shivagadh) located?
Mauvana (Shivagadh) village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mauvana (Shivagadh)?
Mauvana (Shivagadh) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mauvana (Shivagadh)?
The pincode of Mauvana (Shivagadh) is 370165.
What is the population of Mauvana (Shivagadh)?
Mauvana (Shivagadh) had a total population of 2,577, including 1,308 males and 1,269 females.
How many households are there in Mauvana (Shivagadh)?
Mauvana (Shivagadh) had 500 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mauvana (Shivagadh)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mauvana (Shivagadh) was 47.03%. Male literacy was 58.65% and female literacy was 34.93%.