Afva - Bardoli, Surat
Afva is a village situated in the Bardoli taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bardoli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Afva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afva is 524318. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.53 hectares and falls under the 394620 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Afva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bardoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Afva
As per Census 2011, Afva village has a total population of 2,202 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,144 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,426 literate and 776 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Afva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,202 | 1,058 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 124 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,288 | 608 | 680 |
| Literate Population | 1,426 | 723 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 335 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Afva
Afva 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 Afva
Afva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Afva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardoli to Afva is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Afva is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Afva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afva 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 Afva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Afva
Where is Afva located?
Afva village is located in Bardoli Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afva?
Afva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Afva?
The pincode of Afva is 394620.
What is the population of Afva?
Afva has a total population of 2,202, including 1,058 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Afva?
There are 495 households in Afva.
What is the literacy rate in Afva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afva is 64.76%. Male literacy is 68.34% and female literacy is 61.45%.