Vasva - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Vasva is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Viramgam and around 60 km from Ahmadabad. Vansva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vasva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasva is 511547. The village covers a total geographical area of 2500.86 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Vasva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasva
According to the 2011 Census, Vasva village had a total population of 3,684 people, including 1,896 males and 1,788 females, living in 842 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 73.99% and female literacy at 53.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,067.
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 | 3,684 | 1,896 | 1,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 262 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,067 | 563 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,035 | 1,209 | 826 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,649 | 687 | 962 |
Nearby Villages of Vasva
Vasva 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 Vasva
Public transport in the Vasva is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Viramgam to Vasva is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Vasva is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasva 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 Vasva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vasva
Where is Vasva located?
Vasva village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vasva?
The Gram Panchayat of Vasva is Vansva.
What is the pincode of Vasva?
The pincode of Vasva is 382150.
What is the population of Vasva?
Vasva had a total population of 3,684, including 1,896 males and 1,788 females.
How many households are there in Vasva?
Vasva had 842 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vasva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasva was 63.89%. Male literacy was 73.99% and female literacy was 53.26%.