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
As per Census 2011, Taravada village has a total population of 508 people, consisting of 260 males and 248 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taravada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 260 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| 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 has a total population of 508, including 260 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Taravada?
There are 111 households in Taravada.
What is the literacy rate in Taravada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taravada is 61.61%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 52.82%.