Amalsad - Gandevi, Navsari
Amalsad is a village situated in the Gandevi taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandevi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Amalsad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amalsad is 523011. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.52 hectares and falls under the 396310 pincode. Bilimora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Amalsad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Navsari Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Amalsad
As per Census 2011, Amalsad village has a total population of 7,572 people, consisting of 3,765 males and 3,807 females. The village has 1,682 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,296 literate and 1,276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amalsad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,572 | 3,765 | 3,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 296 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 160 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,345 | 1,610 | 1,735 |
| Literate Population | 6,296 | 3,234 | 3,062 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,276 | 531 | 745 |
Nearby Villages of Amalsad
Amalsad 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 Amalsad
Amalsad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Amalsad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilimora to Amalsad is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Amalsad is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amalsad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amalsad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amalsad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amalsad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amalsad
Where is Amalsad located?
Amalsad village is located in Gandevi Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amalsad?
Amalsad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amalsad?
The pincode of Amalsad is 396310.
What is the population of Amalsad?
Amalsad has a total population of 7,572, including 3,765 males and 3,807 females.
How many households are there in Amalsad?
There are 1,682 households in Amalsad.
What is the literacy rate in Amalsad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amalsad is 83.15%. Male literacy is 85.90% and female literacy is 80.43%.