Echhvada - Dasada, Surendranagar
Echhvada is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Echhvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Echhvada is 512096. The village covers a total geographical area of 1196.45 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Echhvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Echhvada
As per Census 2011, Echhvada village has a total population of 1,221 people, consisting of 630 males and 591 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 987 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Echhvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,221 | 630 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 542 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 88 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Echhvada
Echhvada 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 Echhvada
Echhvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Patdi to Echhvada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Echhvada 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 Echhvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Echhvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Echhvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Echhvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Echhvada
Where is Echhvada located?
Echhvada village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Echhvada?
Echhvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Echhvada?
The pincode of Echhvada is 363750.
What is the population of Echhvada?
Echhvada has a total population of 1,221, including 630 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Echhvada?
There are 298 households in Echhvada.
What is the literacy rate in Echhvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Echhvada is 80.84%. Male literacy is 86.03% and female literacy is 75.30%.