Andharpada - Kaprada, Valsad
Andharpada is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Andharpada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andharpada is 523567. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.12 hectares and falls under the 396126 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Andharpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andharpada
As per Census 2011, Andharpada village has a total population of 1,182 people, consisting of 573 males and 609 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 533 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andharpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 573 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,159 | 564 | 595 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 289 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 284 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Andharpada
Andharpada 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 Andharpada
Public transport in the Andharpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Selvas to Andharpada is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Andharpada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andharpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andharpada 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 Andharpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andharpada 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 Andharpada
Where is Andharpada located?
Andharpada village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andharpada?
Andharpada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andharpada?
The pincode of Andharpada is 396126.
What is the population of Andharpada?
Andharpada has a total population of 1,182, including 573 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Andharpada?
There are 196 households in Andharpada.
What is the literacy rate in Andharpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andharpada is 45.09%. Male literacy is 50.44% and female literacy is 40.07%.