Gavada - Vijapur, Mahesana
Gavada is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Gavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavada is 509423. The village covers a total geographical area of 1406.95 hectares and falls under the 384515 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gavada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gavada
As per Census 2011, Gavada village has a total population of 5,965 people, consisting of 3,076 males and 2,889 females. The village has 1,299 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 694 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,308 literate and 1,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gavada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,965 | 3,076 | 2,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 694 | 378 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 232 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,308 | 2,454 | 1,854 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 622 | 1,035 |
Nearby Villages of Gavada
Gavada 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 Gavada
Gavada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gavada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Gavada is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Gavada is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavada 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 Gavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gavada
Where is Gavada located?
Gavada village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavada?
Gavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gavada?
The pincode of Gavada is 384515.
What is the population of Gavada?
Gavada has a total population of 5,965, including 3,076 males and 2,889 females.
How many households are there in Gavada?
There are 1,299 households in Gavada.
What is the literacy rate in Gavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavada is 72.22%. Male literacy is 79.78% and female literacy is 64.17%.