Adval - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Adval is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Adval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adval is 513318. The village covers a total geographical area of 1023.72 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Adval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adval
As per Census 2011, Adval village has a total population of 883 people, consisting of 451 males and 432 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 451 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 333 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 118 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Adval
Adval 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 Adval
Adval 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Adval is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Adval is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Adval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Adval
Where is Adval located?
Adval village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adval?
Adval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Adval?
The pincode of Adval is 360410.
What is the population of Adval?
Adval has a total population of 883, including 451 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Adval?
There are 187 households in Adval.
What is the literacy rate in Adval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adval is 67.84%. Male literacy is 73.84% and female literacy is 61.57%.