Duva - Raah, Vav-Tharad
Duva is a village situated in the Raah taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Tharad and around 75 km from Palanpur. Duva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duva is 507540. The village covers a total geographical area of 2810.77 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Duva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duva
According to the 2011 Census, Duva village had a total population of 6,397 people, including 3,282 males and 3,115 females, living in 1,001 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.22%, with male literacy at 74.33% and female literacy at 43.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 914, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 506.
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 | 6,397 | 3,282 | 3,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,069 | 536 | 533 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 452 | 462 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 256 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 3,155 | 2,041 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,242 | 1,241 | 2,001 |
Nearby Villages of Duva
Duva 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 Duva
Duva 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 Dhanera to Duva is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Duva 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 Duva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Duva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duva 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 Duva
Where is Duva located?
Duva village is located in Raah Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duva?
Duva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Duva?
The pincode of Duva is 385310.
What is the population of Duva?
Duva had a total population of 6,397, including 3,282 males and 3,115 females.
How many households are there in Duva?
Duva had 1,001 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duva was 59.22%. Male literacy was 74.33% and female literacy was 43.14%.