Erwada - Dasada, Surendranagar
Erwada is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Erwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erwada is 512087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1979.49 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Erwada 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 Erwada
According to the 2011 Census, Erwada village had a total population of 1,818 people, including 952 males and 866 females, living in 403 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.13%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 56.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,818 | 952 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 706 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 246 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Erwada
Erwada 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 Erwada
Public transport in the Erwada 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 Becharaji to Erwada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Erwada is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Erwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erwada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Erwada
Where is Erwada located?
Erwada village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Erwada?
Erwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Erwada?
The pincode of Erwada is 363750.
What is the population of Erwada?
Erwada had a total population of 1,818, including 952 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Erwada?
Erwada had 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erwada was 70.13%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 56.45%.