Kuvad - Olpad, Surat
Kuvad is a village situated in the Olpad taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Olpad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Kapasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuvad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuvad is 523741. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.02 hectares and falls under the 394540 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kuvad 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 Kuvad
According to the 2011 Census, Kuvad village had a total population of 1,226 people, including 640 males and 586 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.09%, with male literacy at 97.95% and female literacy at 87.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 1,226 | 640 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 572 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 68 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Kuvad
Kuvad 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 Kuvad
Kuvad 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surat to Kuvad is about 25 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 Kuvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuvad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuvad
Where is Kuvad located?
Kuvad village is located in Olpad Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuvad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuvad is Kapasi.
What is the pincode of Kuvad?
The pincode of Kuvad is 394540.
What is the population of Kuvad?
Kuvad had a total population of 1,226, including 640 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Kuvad?
Kuvad had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuvad was 93.09%. Male literacy was 97.95% and female literacy was 87.87%.