Divtan - Umarpada, Surat
Divtan is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Chokhvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Divtan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Divtan is 523935. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.09 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Divtan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Divtan
According to the 2011 Census, Divtan village had a total population of 1,235 people, including 600 males and 635 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.94%, with male literacy at 76.12% and female literacy at 44.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,234.
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 | 1,235 | 600 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,234 | 599 | 635 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 392 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 208 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Divtan
Divtan 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 Divtan
Divtan 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 Divtan is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Divtan is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Divtan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Divtan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Divtan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Divtan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Divtan
Where is Divtan located?
Divtan village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Divtan?
The Gram Panchayat of Divtan is Chokhvada.
What is the pincode of Divtan?
The pincode of Divtan is 394445.
What is the population of Divtan?
Divtan had a total population of 1,235, including 600 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Divtan?
Divtan had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Divtan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Divtan was 59.94%. Male literacy was 76.12% and female literacy was 44.55%.