Luharvad - Mandvi, Surat
Luharvad is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Luharvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luharvad is 523958. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.28 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Luharvad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luharvad
According to the 2011 Census, Luharvad village had a total population of 1,801 people, including 904 males and 897 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 69.31% and female literacy at 57.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,797.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,801 | 904 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 109 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,797 | 903 | 894 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 551 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 353 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Luharvad
Luharvad 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 Luharvad
Luharvad 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 Mandvi to Luharvad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Luharvad is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luharvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luharvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Luharvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luharvad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Luharvad
Where is Luharvad located?
Luharvad village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luharvad?
Luharvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Luharvad?
The pincode of Luharvad is 394440.
What is the population of Luharvad?
Luharvad had a total population of 1,801, including 904 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Luharvad?
Luharvad had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luharvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luharvad was 63.64%. Male literacy was 69.31% and female literacy was 57.95%.