Raval - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Raval is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Raval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raval is 519962. The village covers a total geographical area of 1238.43 hectares and falls under the 391760 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Raval 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 Raval
As per Census 2011, Raval village has a total population of 2,702 people, consisting of 1,393 males and 1,309 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,912 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 985 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,702 | 1,393 | 1,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 157 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 985 | 517 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 1,912 | 1,091 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 302 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Raval
Raval 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 Raval
Raval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Raval.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaghodia to Raval is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Raval is about 15 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 Raval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raval 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raval
Where is Raval located?
Raval village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raval?
Raval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raval?
The pincode of Raval is 391760.
What is the population of Raval?
Raval has a total population of 2,702, including 1,393 males and 1,309 females.
How many households are there in Raval?
There are 575 households in Raval.
What is the literacy rate in Raval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raval is 70.76%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 62.72%.