Vanda - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Vanda is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Vanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanda is 515767. The village covers a total geographical area of 1870.97 hectares and falls under the 364525 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vanda
According to the 2011 Census, Vanda village had a total population of 5,302 people, including 2,687 males and 2,615 females, living in 1,013 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.95%, with male literacy at 76.48% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 5,302 | 2,687 | 2,615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 681 | 340 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,140 | 1,795 | 1,345 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,162 | 892 | 1,270 |
Nearby Villages of Vanda
Vanda 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 Vanda
Vanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vanda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Vanda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vanda
Where is Vanda located?
Vanda village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanda?
Vanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vanda?
The pincode of Vanda is 364525.
What is the population of Vanda?
Vanda had a total population of 5,302, including 2,687 males and 2,615 females.
How many households are there in Vanda?
Vanda had 1,013 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanda was 67.95%. Male literacy was 76.48% and female literacy was 59.15%.