Taval - Umarpada, Surat
Taval is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Chokhvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taval is 523903. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.58 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Taval 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 Taval
As per Census 2011, Taval village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 208 males and 218 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 208 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 26 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 208 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 134 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 74 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Taval
Taval 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 Taval
Taval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Taval is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Taval is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taval
Where is Taval located?
Taval village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taval?
The Gram Panchayat of Taval is Chokhvada.
What is the pincode of Taval?
The pincode of Taval is 394445.
What is the population of Taval?
Taval has a total population of 426, including 208 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Taval?
There are 91 households in Taval.
What is the literacy rate in Taval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taval is 51.17%. Male literacy is 64.42% and female literacy is 38.53%.