Kuda - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Kuda is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Deesa and around 65 km from Palanpur. Kuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuda is 508275. The village covers a total geographical area of 1368.97 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuda
As per Census 2011, Kuda village has a total population of 3,544 people, consisting of 1,864 males and 1,680 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,766 literate and 1,778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,544 | 1,864 | 1,680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 299 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 181 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,766 | 1,130 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,778 | 734 | 1,044 |
Nearby Villages of Kuda
Kuda 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 Kuda
Public transport in the Kuda 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 Deesa to Kuda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Kuda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuda 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 Kuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kuda
Where is Kuda located?
Kuda village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuda?
Kuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuda?
The pincode of Kuda is 385535.
What is the population of Kuda?
Kuda has a total population of 3,544, including 1,864 males and 1,680 females.
How many households are there in Kuda?
There are 570 households in Kuda.
What is the literacy rate in Kuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuda is 49.83%. Male literacy is 60.62% and female literacy is 37.86%.