Suvai - Rapar, Kachchh
Suvai is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Suvai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suvai is 506554. The village covers a total geographical area of 4609.2 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Suvai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suvai
As per Census 2011, Suvai village has a total population of 2,254 people, consisting of 1,143 males and 1,111 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,138 literate and 1,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suvai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,254 | 1,143 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 175 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 336 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,138 | 711 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 432 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Suvai
Suvai 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 Suvai
Suvai 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 Rapar to Suvai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Suvai is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suvai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suvai 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 Suvai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suvai 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 Suvai
Where is Suvai located?
Suvai village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suvai?
Suvai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suvai?
The pincode of Suvai is 370165.
What is the population of Suvai?
Suvai has a total population of 2,254, including 1,143 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Suvai?
There are 497 households in Suvai.
What is the literacy rate in Suvai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suvai is 50.49%. Male literacy is 62.20% and female literacy is 38.43%.