Burvad - Kaprada, Valsad
Burvad is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Burvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burvad is 523586. The village covers a total geographical area of 905.18 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Burvad 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 Burvad
As per Census 2011, Burvad village has a total population of 2,239 people, consisting of 1,098 males and 1,141 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 1,592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,237 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burvad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,239 | 1,098 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 258 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,237 | 1,097 | 1,140 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 403 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,592 | 695 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Burvad
Burvad 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 Burvad
Burvad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Burvad is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Burvad is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burvad 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 Burvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burvad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Burvad
Where is Burvad located?
Burvad village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burvad?
Burvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burvad?
The pincode of Burvad is 396067.
What is the population of Burvad?
Burvad has a total population of 2,239, including 1,098 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Burvad?
There are 345 households in Burvad.
What is the literacy rate in Burvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burvad is 28.90%. Male literacy is 36.70% and female literacy is 21.38%.