Davad - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Davad is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Davad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davad is 510138. The village covers a total geographical area of 1485.47 hectares and falls under the 383225 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Davad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Davad
As per Census 2011, Davad village has a total population of 3,559 people, consisting of 1,856 males and 1,703 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,347 literate and 1,212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,559 | 1,856 | 1,703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 224 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 223 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,347 | 1,399 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 457 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Davad
Davad 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 Davad
Davad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Davad is about 20 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 Davad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davad 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 Davad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Davad
Where is Davad located?
Davad village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davad?
Davad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davad?
The pincode of Davad is 383225.
What is the population of Davad?
Davad has a total population of 3,559, including 1,856 males and 1,703 females.
How many households are there in Davad?
There are 777 households in Davad.
What is the literacy rate in Davad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davad is 65.95%. Male literacy is 75.38% and female literacy is 55.67%.