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
As per Census 2011, Fadvel village has a total population of 5,320 people, consisting of 2,706 males and 2,614 females. The village has 1,175 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,826 literate and 1,494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,533 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fadvel are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 5,320, including 2,706 males and 2,614 females.
How many households are there in Fadvel?
There are 1,175 households in Fadvel.
What is the literacy rate in Fadvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fadvel is 71.92%. Male literacy is 77.01% and female literacy is 66.64%.