Zarva - Jambughoda, Panch Mahals
Zarva is a village situated in the Jambughoda taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambughoda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Vav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zarva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zarva is 518941. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.44 hectares and falls under the 389390 pincode. Bodeli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Zarva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zarva
According to the 2011 Census, Zarva village had a total population of 807 people, including 419 males and 388 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.25%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 58.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 391.
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 | 807 | 419 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 209 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 305 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 114 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Zarva
Zarva 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 Zarva
Public transport in the Zarva 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 Bodeli to Zarva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Zarva is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zarva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zarva 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Zarva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zarva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Zarva
Where is Zarva located?
Zarva village is located in Jambughoda Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Zarva?
The Gram Panchayat of Zarva is Vav.
What is the pincode of Zarva?
The pincode of Zarva is 389390.
What is the population of Zarva?
Zarva had a total population of 807, including 419 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Zarva?
Zarva had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zarva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zarva was 73.25%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 58.39%.