Maval - Abu Road, Sirohi
Maval is a village situated in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Abu Road and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Maval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maval is 090200. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126 hectares and falls under the 307026 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Maval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maval
According to the 2011 Census, Maval village had a total population of 3,674 people, including 1,916 males and 1,758 females, living in 717 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.99%, with male literacy at 70.14% and female literacy at 40.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 745, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 426.
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 | 3,674 | 1,916 | 1,758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 322 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 745 | 384 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 219 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 1,719 | 1,118 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,955 | 798 | 1,157 |
Nearby Villages of Maval
Maval is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amba | East | 1.83 km |
| Wasda | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Awal | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Redwa Khurd | North | 3.09 km |
| Chandrawati | East | 3.33 km |
| Redwa Kalan | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Khara | South | 3.60 km |
| Meergarh | North | 4.62 km |
| Andaliya | North-West | 5.29 km |
| Bhaisasingh | South-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maval
Maval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maval, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Maval is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Maval is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maval 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maval
Where is Maval located?
Maval village is located in Abu Road Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maval?
Maval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maval?
The pincode of Maval is 307026.
What is the population of Maval?
Maval had a total population of 3,674, including 1,916 males and 1,758 females.
How many households are there in Maval?
Maval had 717 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maval was 55.99%. Male literacy was 70.14% and female literacy was 40.72%.