Alva - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Alva is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Alva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alva is 520000. The village covers a total geographical area of 648.67 hectares and falls under the 391760 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Alva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alva
As per Census 2011, Alva village has a total population of 2,066 people, consisting of 1,052 males and 1,014 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,066 | 1,052 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 156 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 179 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 792 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 260 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Alva
Alva 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 Alva
Alva 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaghodia to Alva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Alva is about 17 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 Alva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alva
Where is Alva located?
Alva village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alva?
Alva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alva?
The pincode of Alva is 391760.
What is the population of Alva?
Alva has a total population of 2,066, including 1,052 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Alva?
There are 415 households in Alva.
What is the literacy rate in Alva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alva is 69.26%. Male literacy is 75.29% and female literacy is 63.02%.