Fadvel - Chikhli, Navsari
Fadvel is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Fadvel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fadvel is 523082. The village covers a total geographical area of 1281.65 hectares and falls under the 396540 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Fadvel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fadvel
According to the 2011 Census, Fadvel village had a total population of 5,320 people, including 2,706 males and 2,614 females, living in 1,175 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.68%, with male literacy at 85.73% and female literacy at 73.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,533.
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 | 5,320 | 2,706 | 2,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 275 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 83 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,533 | 2,295 | 2,238 |
| Literate Population | 3,826 | 2,084 | 1,742 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,494 | 622 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of Fadvel
Fadvel 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 Fadvel
Fadvel 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 Chikhli to Fadvel is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Fadvel is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fadvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fadvel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fadvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fadvel 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 Fadvel
Where is Fadvel located?
Fadvel village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fadvel?
Fadvel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fadvel?
The pincode of Fadvel is 396540.
What is the population of Fadvel?
Fadvel had a total population of 5,320, including 2,706 males and 2,614 females.
How many households are there in Fadvel?
Fadvel had 1,175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fadvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fadvel was 79.68%. Male literacy was 85.73% and female literacy was 73.47%.