Tuva - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Tuva is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Tuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuva is 512242. The village covers a total geographical area of 1283.26 hectares and falls under the 363421 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tuva
As per Census 2011, Tuva village has a total population of 2,626 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,283 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,626 | 1,343 | 1,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 174 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 153 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,010 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 333 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Tuva
Tuva 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 Tuva
Public transport in the Tuva 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 Wadhwan to Tuva is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Tuva is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tuva
Where is Tuva located?
Tuva village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuva?
Tuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuva?
The pincode of Tuva is 363421.
What is the population of Tuva?
Tuva has a total population of 2,626, including 1,343 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Tuva?
There are 502 households in Tuva.
What is the literacy rate in Tuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuva is 69.38%. Male literacy is 75.20% and female literacy is 63.29%.