Tavi - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Tavi is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Tavi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tavi is 512202. The village covers a total geographical area of 2408.77 hectares and falls under the 363427 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tavi 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 Tavi
According to the 2011 Census, Tavi village had a total population of 1,347 people, including 709 males and 638 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.30%, with male literacy at 78.97% and female literacy at 63.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267.
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 | 1,347 | 709 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 86 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 144 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 492 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 217 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Tavi
Tavi 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 Tavi
Public transport in the Tavi 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 Limbdi to Tavi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Tavi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tavi 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 Tavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tavi
Where is Tavi located?
Tavi village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tavi?
Tavi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tavi?
The pincode of Tavi is 363427.
What is the population of Tavi?
Tavi had a total population of 1,347, including 709 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Tavi?
Tavi had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tavi was 71.30%. Male literacy was 78.97% and female literacy was 63.14%.