Narvad - Kaprada, Valsad
Narvad is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Narwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narvad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narvad is 523577. The village covers a total geographical area of 996.53 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Narvad 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 Narvad
According to the 2011 Census, Narvad village had a total population of 2,309 people, including 1,168 males and 1,141 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.50%, with male literacy at 45.17% and female literacy at 31.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,307.
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 | 2,309 | 1,168 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 236 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,307 | 1,166 | 1,141 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 421 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,601 | 747 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Narvad
Narvad 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 Narvad
Narvad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Narvad is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Narvad is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narvad 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narvad 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 Narvad
Where is Narvad located?
Narvad village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narvad?
The Gram Panchayat of Narvad is Narwad.
What is the pincode of Narvad?
The pincode of Narvad is 396067.
What is the population of Narvad?
Narvad had a total population of 2,309, including 1,168 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Narvad?
Narvad had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narvad was 38.50%. Male literacy was 45.17% and female literacy was 31.64%.