Taravda - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Taravda is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Taravda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taravda is 513319. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.21 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Taravda 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 Taravda
According to the 2011 Census, Taravda village had a total population of 894 people, including 436 males and 458 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.85%, with male literacy at 86.04% and female literacy at 73.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 894 | 436 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 339 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 97 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Taravda
Taravda 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 Taravda
Taravda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Taravda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gondal to Taravda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Taravda is about 86 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 Taravda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taravda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taravda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taravda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taravda
Where is Taravda located?
Taravda village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taravda?
Taravda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taravda?
The pincode of Taravda is 360410.
What is the population of Taravda?
Taravda had a total population of 894, including 436 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Taravda?
Taravda had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taravda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taravda was 79.85%. Male literacy was 86.04% and female literacy was 73.90%.