Asaravas - Vav, Vav-Tharad
Asaravas is a village situated in the Vav taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Vav and around 136 km from Palanpur. Asaravas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asaravas is 507411. The village covers a total geographical area of 1746.99 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Asaravas 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 Asaravas
According to the 2011 Census, Asaravas village had a total population of 1,495 people, including 769 males and 726 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.97%, with male literacy at 71.54% and female literacy at 39.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 562.
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 | 1,495 | 769 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 133 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 291 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 455 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 314 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Asaravas
Asaravas 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 Asaravas
Public transport in the Asaravas 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 Tharad to Asaravas is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Asaravas is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asaravas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asaravas 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 Asaravas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asaravas 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 Asaravas
Where is Asaravas located?
Asaravas village is located in Vav Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asaravas?
Asaravas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asaravas?
The pincode of Asaravas is 385575.
What is the population of Asaravas?
Asaravas had a total population of 1,495, including 769 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Asaravas?
Asaravas had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asaravas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asaravas was 55.97%. Male literacy was 71.54% and female literacy was 39.77%.