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. Barara 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
As per Census 2011, Aluvas village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 175 males and 157 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aluvas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 175 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| 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 Barara.
What is the pincode of Aluvas?
The pincode of Aluvas is 385350.
What is the population of Aluvas?
Aluvas has a total population of 332, including 175 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Aluvas?
There are 73 households in Aluvas.
What is the literacy rate in Aluvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aluvas is 46.99%. Male literacy is 53.14% and female literacy is 40.13%.