Gavana - Dasada, Surendranagar
Gavana is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Gavana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavana is 512098. The village covers a total geographical area of 1470.66 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gavana 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 Gavana
As per Census 2011, Gavana village has a total population of 2,009 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 965 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,412 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gavana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,009 | 1,044 | 965 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 244 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,412 | 832 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 212 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Gavana
Gavana 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 Gavana
Gavana 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 Patdi to Gavana is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Gavana is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gavana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gavana
Where is Gavana located?
Gavana village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavana?
Gavana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gavana?
The pincode of Gavana is 363750.
What is the population of Gavana?
Gavana has a total population of 2,009, including 1,044 males and 965 females.
How many households are there in Gavana?
There are 443 households in Gavana.
What is the literacy rate in Gavana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavana is 70.28%. Male literacy is 79.69% and female literacy is 60.10%.