Gadvel - Kathlal, Kheda
Gadvel is a village situated in the Kathlal taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathlal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Gadvel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadvel is 517392. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.04 hectares and falls under the 387635 pincode. Kathlal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gadvel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapadvanj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadvel
As per Census 2011, Gadvel village has a total population of 3,984 people, consisting of 1,995 males and 1,989 females. The village has 790 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,071 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadvel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,984 | 1,995 | 1,989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 254 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,071 | 1,687 | 1,384 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 308 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Gadvel
Gadvel 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 Gadvel
Gadvel 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 Kathlal to Gadvel is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Gadvel is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadvel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadvel 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gadvel
Where is Gadvel located?
Gadvel village is located in Kathlal Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadvel?
Gadvel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadvel?
The pincode of Gadvel is 387635.
What is the population of Gadvel?
Gadvel has a total population of 3,984, including 1,995 males and 1,989 females.
How many households are there in Gadvel?
There are 790 households in Gadvel.
What is the literacy rate in Gadvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadvel is 77.08%. Male literacy is 84.56% and female literacy is 69.58%.