Saravani - Chikhli, Navsari
Saravani is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Saravani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saravani is 523083. The village covers a total geographical area of 976.48 hectares and falls under the 396540 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Saravani 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 Saravani
According to the 2011 Census, Saravani village had a total population of 4,393 people, including 2,185 males and 2,208 females, living in 930 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.23%, with male literacy at 82.82% and female literacy at 67.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,086.
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 | 4,393 | 2,185 | 2,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 200 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,086 | 2,029 | 2,057 |
| Literate Population | 2,991 | 1,644 | 1,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,402 | 541 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Saravani
Saravani 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 Saravani
Saravani 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 Saravani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Saravani is about 52 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 Saravani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saravani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saravani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saravani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saravani
Where is Saravani located?
Saravani village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saravani?
Saravani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saravani?
The pincode of Saravani is 396540.
What is the population of Saravani?
Saravani had a total population of 4,393, including 2,185 males and 2,208 females.
How many households are there in Saravani?
Saravani had 930 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saravani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saravani was 75.23%. Male literacy was 82.82% and female literacy was 67.65%.