Kharvan - Mahuva, Surat
Kharvan is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Kharvan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharvan is 524384. The village covers a total geographical area of 785.09 hectares and falls under the 394246 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kharvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharvan
As per Census 2011, Kharvan village has a total population of 3,908 people, consisting of 1,947 males and 1,961 females. The village has 888 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,012 literate and 896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,786 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharvan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,908 | 1,947 | 1,961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 200 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,786 | 1,876 | 1,910 |
| Literate Population | 3,012 | 1,566 | 1,446 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 381 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Kharvan
Kharvan 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 Kharvan
Kharvan 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 | 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 Bardoli to Kharvan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Kharvan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharvan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharvan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharvan
Where is Kharvan located?
Kharvan village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharvan?
Kharvan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharvan?
The pincode of Kharvan is 394246.
What is the population of Kharvan?
Kharvan has a total population of 3,908, including 1,947 males and 1,961 females.
How many households are there in Kharvan?
There are 888 households in Kharvan.
What is the literacy rate in Kharvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharvan is 77.07%. Male literacy is 80.43% and female literacy is 73.74%.