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
As per Census 2011, Vavdi village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 240 males and 196 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vavdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 240 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 436, including 240 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Vavdi?
There are 69 households in Vavdi.
What is the literacy rate in Vavdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavdi is 58.03%. Male literacy is 67.08% and female literacy is 46.94%.