Valevada - Dasada, Surendranagar
Valevada is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Valevada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valevada is 512085. The village covers a total geographical area of 1123.04 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Valevada 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 Valevada
According to the 2011 Census, Valevada village had a total population of 1,741 people, including 893 males and 848 females, living in 333 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.52%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 62.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 1,741 | 893 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 646 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 247 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Valevada
Valevada 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 Valevada
Valevada 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 Becharaji to Valevada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Valevada is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valevada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valevada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Valevada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valevada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Valevada
Where is Valevada located?
Valevada village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Valevada?
Valevada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valevada?
The pincode of Valevada is 363750.
What is the population of Valevada?
Valevada had a total population of 1,741, including 893 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Valevada?
Valevada had 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valevada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valevada was 74.52%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 62.92%.