Vavdi - Dhari, Amreli
Vavdi is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Vavdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vavdi is 515708. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.6 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Vavdi 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 Vavdi
According to the 2011 Census, Vavdi village had a total population of 436 people, including 240 males and 196 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.94%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 56.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 436 | 240 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 161 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 79 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Vavdi
Vavdi 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 Vavdi
Public transport in the Vavdi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vavdi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Vavdi is about 34 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 Vavdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vavdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vavdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vavdi 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 Vavdi
Where is Vavdi located?
Vavdi village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vavdi?
Vavdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vavdi?
The pincode of Vavdi is 365630.
What is the population of Vavdi?
Vavdi had a total population of 436, including 240 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Vavdi?
Vavdi had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vavdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavdi was 68.94%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 56.10%.