Vadia - Kunkavav Vadia, Amreli
Vadia is a village situated in the Kunkavav Vadia taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadia and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Vadia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadia is 515408. The village covers a total geographical area of 1522 hectares and falls under the 365480 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Vadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amreli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Vadia
As per Census 2011, Vadia village has a total population of 10,464 people, consisting of 5,362 males and 5,102 females. The village has 2,200 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,099 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,366 literate and 3,098 illiterate residents. Additionally, 902 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,464 | 5,362 | 5,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,099 | 595 | 504 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 468 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 7,366 | 4,080 | 3,286 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,098 | 1,282 | 1,816 |
Nearby Villages of Vadia
Vadia 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 Vadia
Vadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vadia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Vadia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Vadia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vadia
Where is Vadia located?
Vadia village is located in Kunkavav Vadia Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadia?
Vadia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadia?
The pincode of Vadia is 365480.
What is the population of Vadia?
Vadia has a total population of 10,464, including 5,362 males and 5,102 females.
How many households are there in Vadia?
There are 2,200 households in Vadia.
What is the literacy rate in Vadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadia is 70.39%. Male literacy is 76.09% and female literacy is 64.41%.