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
As per Census 2011, Huda village has a total population of 2,344 people, consisting of 1,184 males and 1,160 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 917 literate and 1,427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,338 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Huda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,344 | 1,184 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 251 | 231 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,344, including 1,184 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Huda?
There are 378 households in Huda.
What is the literacy rate in Huda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huda is 39.12%. Male literacy is 44.93% and female literacy is 33.19%.