Davadra - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Davadra is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Jorapura (davadra) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Davadra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davadra is 518753. The village covers a total geographical area of 811.72 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Davadra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davadra
As per Census 2011, Davadra village has a total population of 1,653 people, consisting of 889 males and 764 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 1,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davadra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,653 | 889 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 150 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,219 | 664 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 354 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 535 | 561 |
Nearby Villages of Davadra
Davadra 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 Davadra
Davadra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Halol to Davadra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Davadra is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Davadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davadra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Davadra
Where is Davadra located?
Davadra village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davadra?
The Gram Panchayat of Davadra is Jorapura (davadra).
What is the pincode of Davadra?
The pincode of Davadra is 389380.
What is the population of Davadra?
Davadra has a total population of 1,653, including 889 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Davadra?
There are 269 households in Davadra.
What is the literacy rate in Davadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davadra is 33.70%. Male literacy is 39.82% and female literacy is 26.57%.