Samarkuva - Ukai, Tapi
Samarkuva is a village situated in the Ukai taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from Songadh and around 53 km from Vyara. Khervada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samarkuva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samarkuva is 524541. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.35 hectares and falls under the 394680 pincode. Ukai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Samarkuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samarkuva
According to the 2011 Census, Samarkuva village had a total population of 451 people, including 225 males and 226 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.89%, with male literacy at 66.84% and female literacy at 52.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 449.
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 | 451 | 225 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 38 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 449 | 224 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 125 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 100 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Samarkuva
Samarkuva 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 Samarkuva
Public transport in the Samarkuva 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 Ukai to Samarkuva is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Samarkuva is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samarkuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samarkuva 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samarkuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samarkuva 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 Samarkuva
Where is Samarkuva located?
Samarkuva village is located in Ukai Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samarkuva?
The Gram Panchayat of Samarkuva is Khervada.
What is the pincode of Samarkuva?
The pincode of Samarkuva is 394680.
What is the population of Samarkuva?
Samarkuva had a total population of 451, including 225 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Samarkuva?
Samarkuva had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samarkuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samarkuva was 59.89%. Male literacy was 66.84% and female literacy was 52.54%.