Vagad
Vagad is a village located in Dhandhuka taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dhandhuka (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Vagad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vagad unique in its vibrant Dhandhuka-Ahmadabad region. You’ll see Vagad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vagad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vagad is 511897. The village spans a total geographical area of 1885.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382245. Dhandhuka is nearest town to Vagad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vagad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vagad
Population of Vagad
According to the 2011 Census, Vagad has a total population of about 2,161, with approximately 1,126 males and 1,035 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 296 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.01%, with male literacy at about 71.76% and female literacy near 61.84%. There are around 405 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vagad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,161 | 1,126 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 170 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 808 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 318 | 395 |
Connectivity of Vagad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vagad. As per the 2011 stats, Vagad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vagad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vagad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vagad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vagad
- Where is Vagad located?
- Vagad village is situated in Dhandhuka Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vagad?
- Vagad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vagad?
- The pincode of Vagad is 382245, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vagad is 2,161, with 1,126 males and 1,035 females.
- How many households are there in Vagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vagad village has a total of 405 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vagad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vagad is 67.01%. The male literacy rate is 71.76%, while the female literacy rate is 61.84%.