Davol - Kheralu, Mahesana
Davol is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Davol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davol is 509198. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.09 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Davol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davol
According to the 2011 Census, Davol village had a total population of 1,941 people, including 989 males and 952 females, living in 423 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.16%, with male literacy at 86.20% and female literacy at 61.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 1,941 | 989 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,283 | 756 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 233 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Davol
Davol 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 Davol
Public transport in the Davol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Davol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Davol is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Davol is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Davol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Davol
Where is Davol located?
Davol village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davol?
Davol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davol?
The pincode of Davol is 384325.
What is the population of Davol?
Davol had a total population of 1,941, including 989 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Davol?
Davol had 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davol was 74.16%. Male literacy was 86.20% and female literacy was 61.78%.