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
As per Census 2011, Erwada village has a total population of 1,818 people, consisting of 952 males and 866 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,148 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erwada are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,818, including 952 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Erwada?
There are 403 households in Erwada.
What is the literacy rate in Erwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erwada is 63.15%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 51.04%.