Taravada - Lodhika, Rajkot
Taravada is a village situated in the Lodhika taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lodhika and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Taravada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taravada is 513037. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.85 hectares and falls under the 360004 pincode. Rajkot is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Taravada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taravada
According to the 2011 Census, Taravada village had a total population of 508 people, including 260 males and 248 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.09%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 59.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 508 | 260 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 182 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 78 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Taravada
Taravada 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 Taravada
Public transport in the Taravada 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 Rajkot to Taravada is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taravada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taravada 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 Taravada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taravada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taravada
Where is Taravada located?
Taravada village is located in Lodhika Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taravada?
Taravada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taravada?
The pincode of Taravada is 360004.
What is the population of Taravada?
Taravada had a total population of 508, including 260 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Taravada?
Taravada had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taravada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taravada was 69.09%. Male literacy was 78.11% and female literacy was 59.55%.