Kanavadala - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Kanavadala is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Kanavadala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanavadala is 513276. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130.56 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kanavadala 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 Kanavadala
According to the 2011 Census, Kanavadala village had a total population of 1,321 people, including 674 males and 647 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.13%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 66.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,321 | 674 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 450 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 224 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Kanavadala
Kanavadala 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 Kanavadala
Kanavadala 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 Kalavad to Kanavadala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kanavadala is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanavadala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanavadala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanavadala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanavadala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanavadala
Where is Kanavadala located?
Kanavadala village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanavadala?
Kanavadala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanavadala?
The pincode of Kanavadala is 360405.
What is the population of Kanavadala?
Kanavadala had a total population of 1,321, including 674 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Kanavadala?
Kanavadala had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanavadala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanavadala was 71.13%. Male literacy was 75.38% and female literacy was 66.84%.