Sabalvad - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Sabalvad is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Sabalvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sabalvad is 510016. The village covers a total geographical area of 1384.67 hectares and falls under the 383430 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sabalvad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sabalvad
As per Census 2011, Sabalvad village has a total population of 2,925 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,418 females. The village has 636 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 337 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,169 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sabalvad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,925 | 1,507 | 1,418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 173 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 346 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,169 | 1,209 | 960 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 298 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Sabalvad
Sabalvad 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 Sabalvad
Sabalvad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sabalvad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Sabalvad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Sabalvad is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sabalvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sabalvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sabalvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sabalvad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sabalvad
Where is Sabalvad located?
Sabalvad village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sabalvad?
Sabalvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sabalvad?
The pincode of Sabalvad is 383430.
What is the population of Sabalvad?
Sabalvad has a total population of 2,925, including 1,507 males and 1,418 females.
How many households are there in Sabalvad?
There are 636 households in Sabalvad.
What is the literacy rate in Sabalvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sabalvad is 74.15%. Male literacy is 80.23% and female literacy is 67.70%.