Achhavani - Khergam, Navsari
Achhavani is a village situated in the Khergam taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Chikhli and around 52 km from Navsari. Achhavani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Achhavani is 523109. The village covers a total geographical area of 1235.93 hectares and falls under the 396040 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Achhavani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Achhavani
As per Census 2011, Achhavani village has a total population of 5,654 people, consisting of 2,867 males and 2,787 females. The village has 1,187 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,102 literate and 1,552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,953 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Achhavani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,654 | 2,867 | 2,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 263 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,953 | 2,495 | 2,458 |
| Literate Population | 4,102 | 2,245 | 1,857 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,552 | 622 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Achhavani
Achhavani 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 Achhavani
Public transport in the Achhavani 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 Achhavani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Achhavani 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 Achhavani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Achhavani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Achhavani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Achhavani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Achhavani
Where is Achhavani located?
Achhavani village is located in Khergam Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Achhavani?
Achhavani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Achhavani?
The pincode of Achhavani is 396040.
What is the population of Achhavani?
Achhavani has a total population of 5,654, including 2,867 males and 2,787 females.
How many households are there in Achhavani?
There are 1,187 households in Achhavani.
What is the literacy rate in Achhavani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Achhavani is 72.55%. Male literacy is 78.30% and female literacy is 66.63%.