Vaghvadi - Dhari, Amreli
Vaghvadi is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Vaghavadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaghvadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghvadi is 515711. The village covers a total geographical area of 1116.06 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vaghvadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghvadi
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghvadi village had a total population of 402 people, including 197 males and 205 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 64.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 402 | 197 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 69 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghvadi
Vaghvadi 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 Vaghvadi
Public transport in the Vaghvadi 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 Savar Kundla to Vaghvadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Vaghvadi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghvadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vaghvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghvadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Vaghvadi
Where is Vaghvadi located?
Vaghvadi village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghvadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaghvadi is Vaghavadi.
What is the pincode of Vaghvadi?
The pincode of Vaghvadi is 365630.
What is the population of Vaghvadi?
Vaghvadi had a total population of 402, including 197 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Vaghvadi?
Vaghvadi had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghvadi was 70.18%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 64.37%.