Ravad - Sami, Patan
Ravad is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Ravad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravad is 509022. The village covers a total geographical area of 1828.84 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ravad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ravad
As per Census 2011, Ravad village has a total population of 1,091 people, consisting of 539 males and 552 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,091 | 539 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 409 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 130 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Ravad
Ravad 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 Ravad
Ravad 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Ravad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Ravad is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ravad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ravad
Where is Ravad located?
Ravad village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravad?
Ravad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ravad?
The pincode of Ravad is 384240.
What is the population of Ravad?
Ravad has a total population of 1,091, including 539 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Ravad?
There are 254 households in Ravad.
What is the literacy rate in Ravad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravad is 61.59%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 47.64%.