Aluvas - Santalpur, Patan
Aluvas is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Dhokavada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aluvas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aluvas is 508623. The village covers a total geographical area of 2283.96 hectares and falls under the 385350 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Aluvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aluvas
According to the 2011 Census, Aluvas village had a total population of 332 people, including 175 males and 157 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.56%, with male literacy at 66.43% and female literacy at 48.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 332 | 175 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 93 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 82 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Aluvas
Aluvas 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 Aluvas
Aluvas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Aluvas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Aluvas is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Aluvas is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aluvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aluvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Aluvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aluvas 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aluvas
Where is Aluvas located?
Aluvas village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aluvas?
The Gram Panchayat of Aluvas is Dhokavada.
What is the pincode of Aluvas?
The pincode of Aluvas is 385350.
What is the population of Aluvas?
Aluvas had a total population of 332, including 175 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Aluvas?
Aluvas had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aluvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aluvas was 57.56%. Male literacy was 66.43% and female literacy was 48.09%.