Mavsari - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Mavsari is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Vav and around 130 km from Palanpur. Mavsari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mavsari is 507359. The village covers a total geographical area of 3356.22 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Mavsari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mavsari
As per Census 2011, Mavsari village has a total population of 2,810 people, consisting of 1,457 males and 1,353 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,113 literate and 1,697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mavsari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,810 | 1,457 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 260 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 275 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,113 | 708 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,697 | 749 | 948 |
Nearby Villages of Mavsari
Mavsari 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 Mavsari
Public transport in the Mavsari 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 Tharad to Mavsari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Mavsari is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mavsari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mavsari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mavsari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mavsari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mavsari
Where is Mavsari located?
Mavsari village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mavsari?
Mavsari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mavsari?
The pincode of Mavsari is 385566.
What is the population of Mavsari?
Mavsari has a total population of 2,810, including 1,457 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Mavsari?
There are 551 households in Mavsari.
What is the literacy rate in Mavsari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mavsari is 39.61%. Male literacy is 48.59% and female literacy is 29.93%.