Tavra - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Tavra is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Tavra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tavra is 519997. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.95 hectares and falls under the 391760 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Tavra 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 Tavra
As per Census 2011, Tavra village has a total population of 1,427 people, consisting of 714 males and 713 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 974 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 463 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tavra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 714 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 89 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 235 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 554 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 160 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Tavra
Tavra 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 Tavra
Public transport in the Tavra is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tavra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Tavra is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Tavra is about 22 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 Tavra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tavra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tavra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tavra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tavra
Where is Tavra located?
Tavra village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tavra?
Tavra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tavra?
The pincode of Tavra is 391760.
What is the population of Tavra?
Tavra has a total population of 1,427, including 714 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Tavra?
There are 290 households in Tavra.
What is the literacy rate in Tavra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tavra is 68.26%. Male literacy is 77.59% and female literacy is 58.91%.