Tokarva (Jamankuva) - Songadh, Tapi
Tokarva (Jamankuva) is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Tokarva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tokarva (Jamankuva) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tokarva (Jamankuva) is 524616. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.34 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tokarva (Jamankuva) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tokarva (Jamankuva)
According to the 2011 Census, Tokarva (Jamankuva) village had a total population of 673 people, including 337 males and 336 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.50%, with male literacy at 65.78% and female literacy at 53.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 656.
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 | 673 | 337 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 656 | 327 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 198 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 139 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Tokarva (Jamankuva)
Tokarva (Jamankuva) 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 Tokarva (Jamankuva)
Tokarva (Jamankuva) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tokarva (Jamankuva).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Songadh to Tokarva (Jamankuva) is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Tokarva (Jamankuva) is about 20 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 Tokarva (Jamankuva)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tokarva (Jamankuva) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tokarva (Jamankuva)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tokarva (Jamankuva) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tokarva (Jamankuva)
Where is Tokarva (Jamankuva) located?
Tokarva (Jamankuva) village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tokarva (Jamankuva)?
The Gram Panchayat of Tokarva (Jamankuva) is Tokarva.
What is the pincode of Tokarva (Jamankuva)?
The pincode of Tokarva (Jamankuva) is 394670.
What is the population of Tokarva (Jamankuva)?
Tokarva (Jamankuva) had a total population of 673, including 337 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Tokarva (Jamankuva)?
Tokarva (Jamankuva) had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tokarva (Jamankuva)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tokarva (Jamankuva) was 59.50%. Male literacy was 65.78% and female literacy was 53.18%.