Huda - Kaprada, Valsad
Huda is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Huda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huda is 523555. The village covers a total geographical area of 993.96 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Huda 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 Huda
According to the 2011 Census, Huda village had a total population of 2,344 people, including 1,184 males and 1,160 females, living in 378 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.25%, with male literacy at 57.02% and female literacy at 41.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,338.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,344 | 1,184 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 251 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,338 | 1,182 | 1,156 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 532 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,427 | 652 | 775 |
Nearby Villages of Huda
Huda 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 Huda
Huda 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 | 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 Dharampur to Huda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Huda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Huda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Huda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Huda
Where is Huda located?
Huda village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Huda?
Huda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Huda?
The pincode of Huda is 396067.
What is the population of Huda?
Huda had a total population of 2,344, including 1,184 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Huda?
Huda had 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Huda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huda was 49.25%. Male literacy was 57.02% and female literacy was 41.44%.