Kangvai - Chikhli, Navsari
Kangvai is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Kangvai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kangvai is 523048. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.66 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kangvai 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 Kangvai
As per Census 2011, Kangvai village has a total population of 3,204 people, consisting of 1,649 males and 1,555 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,386 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,569 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kangvai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,204 | 1,649 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 168 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,569 | 1,321 | 1,248 |
| Literate Population | 2,386 | 1,302 | 1,084 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 347 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Kangvai
Kangvai 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 Kangvai
Public transport in the Kangvai 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 Kangvai is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Kangvai is about 32 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 Kangvai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kangvai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kangvai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kangvai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kangvai
Where is Kangvai located?
Kangvai village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangvai?
Kangvai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kangvai?
The pincode of Kangvai is 396560.
What is the population of Kangvai?
Kangvai has a total population of 3,204, including 1,649 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Kangvai?
There are 708 households in Kangvai.
What is the literacy rate in Kangvai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangvai is 74.47%. Male literacy is 78.96% and female literacy is 69.71%.