Kakadvel - Chikhli, Navsari
Kakadvel is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Kakadvel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakadvel is 523100. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.82 hectares and falls under the 396540 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kakadvel 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 Kakadvel
According to the 2011 Census, Kakadvel village had a total population of 2,078 people, including 1,062 males and 1,016 females, living in 468 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.33%, with male literacy at 89.21% and female literacy at 70.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,040.
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 | 2,078 | 1,062 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,040 | 1,037 | 1,003 |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 868 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 194 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Kakadvel
Kakadvel 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 Kakadvel
Kakadvel 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 Kakadvel is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Kakadvel is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakadvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakadvel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kakadvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakadvel 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kakadvel
Where is Kakadvel located?
Kakadvel village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kakadvel?
Kakadvel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kakadvel?
The pincode of Kakadvel is 396540.
What is the population of Kakadvel?
Kakadvel had a total population of 2,078, including 1,062 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Kakadvel?
Kakadvel had 468 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakadvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakadvel was 80.33%. Male literacy was 89.21% and female literacy was 70.96%.