Mandva - Kaprada, Valsad
Mandva is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Mandva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandva is 523546. The village covers a total geographical area of 2818.06 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mandva 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 Mandva
According to the 2011 Census, Mandva village had a total population of 6,238 people, including 3,136 males and 3,102 females, living in 1,196 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.98%, with male literacy at 64.07% and female literacy at 47.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,412.
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 | 6,238 | 3,136 | 3,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 986 | 503 | 483 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,412 | 2,719 | 2,693 |
| Literate Population | 2,940 | 1,687 | 1,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,298 | 1,449 | 1,849 |
Nearby Villages of Mandva
Mandva 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 Mandva
Mandva 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Mandva is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Mandva is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandva
Where is Mandva located?
Mandva village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mandva?
Mandva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandva?
The pincode of Mandva is 396067.
What is the population of Mandva?
Mandva had a total population of 6,238, including 3,136 males and 3,102 females.
How many households are there in Mandva?
Mandva had 1,196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandva was 55.98%. Male literacy was 64.07% and female literacy was 47.84%.