Vad
Vad is a village located in Rajula taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Rajula (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Vad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vad unique in its vibrant Rajula-Amreli region. You’ll see Vad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vad is 515983. The village spans a total geographical area of 825.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365560. Rajula is nearest town to Vad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vad
Population of Vad
According to the 2011 Census, Vad has a total population of about 1,025, with approximately 533 males and 492 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.37%, with male literacy at about 59.66% and female literacy near 46.54%. There are around 183 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 533 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 76 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 547 | 318 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 215 | 263 |
Connectivity of Vad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vad. As per the 2011 stats, Vad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vad
- Where is Vad located?
- Vad village is situated in Rajula Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vad?
- Vad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vad?
- The pincode of Vad is 365560, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vad is 1,025, with 533 males and 492 females.
- How many households are there in Vad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vad village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vad is 53.37%. The male literacy rate is 59.66%, while the female literacy rate is 46.54%.