Vadhera - Jafrabad, Amreli
Vadhera is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Vadhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadhera is 515924. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009.35 hectares and falls under the 365540 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vadhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadhera
As per Census 2011, Vadhera village has a total population of 4,442 people, consisting of 2,247 males and 2,195 females. The village has 750 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 663 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,202 literate and 2,240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,442 | 2,247 | 2,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 663 | 339 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 122 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 2,202 | 1,336 | 866 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,240 | 911 | 1,329 |
Nearby Villages of Vadhera
Vadhera 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 Vadhera
Public transport in the Vadhera 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 Jafrabad to Vadhera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Vadhera is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vadhera
Where is Vadhera located?
Vadhera village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadhera?
Vadhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadhera?
The pincode of Vadhera is 365540.
What is the population of Vadhera?
Vadhera has a total population of 4,442, including 2,247 males and 2,195 females.
How many households are there in Vadhera?
There are 750 households in Vadhera.
What is the literacy rate in Vadhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadhera is 49.57%. Male literacy is 59.46% and female literacy is 39.45%.