Alva - Tilakwada, Narmada
Alva is a village situated in the Tilakwada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilakwada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Alva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alva is 521331. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.55 hectares and falls under the 391120 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Alva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alva
According to the 2011 Census, Alva village had a total population of 1,734 people, including 917 males and 817 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.20%, with male literacy at 85.05% and female literacy at 66.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,640.
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 | 1,734 | 917 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,640 | 862 | 778 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 660 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 257 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Alva
Alva 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 Alva
Alva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpipla to Alva is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alva
Where is Alva located?
Alva village is located in Tilakwada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alva?
Alva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alva?
The pincode of Alva is 391120.
What is the population of Alva?
Alva had a total population of 1,734, including 917 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Alva?
Alva had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alva was 76.20%. Male literacy was 85.05% and female literacy was 66.38%.