Sarvan Fokdi - Umarpada, Surat
Sarvan Fokdi is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Sarvan Fokdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarvan Fokdi is 523884. The village covers a total geographical area of 1264.04 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sarvan Fokdi 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 Sarvan Fokdi
According to the 2011 Census, Sarvan Fokdi village had a total population of 2,765 people, including 1,402 males and 1,363 females, living in 618 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.09%, with male literacy at 73.73% and female literacy at 52.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,759.
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 | 2,765 | 1,402 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 222 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,759 | 1,400 | 1,359 |
| Literate Population | 1,477 | 870 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 532 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Sarvan Fokdi
Sarvan Fokdi 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 Sarvan Fokdi
Sarvan Fokdi 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 Sarvan Fokdi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Sarvan Fokdi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarvan Fokdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarvan Fokdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarvan Fokdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarvan Fokdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarvan Fokdi
Where is Sarvan Fokdi located?
Sarvan Fokdi village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarvan Fokdi?
Sarvan Fokdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarvan Fokdi?
The pincode of Sarvan Fokdi is 394445.
What is the population of Sarvan Fokdi?
Sarvan Fokdi had a total population of 2,765, including 1,402 males and 1,363 females.
How many households are there in Sarvan Fokdi?
Sarvan Fokdi had 618 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarvan Fokdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarvan Fokdi was 63.09%. Male literacy was 73.73% and female literacy was 52.28%.