Vadadala - Petlad, Anand
Vadadala is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Vadadala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadadala is 517000. The village covers a total geographical area of 708.84 hectares and falls under the 388430 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vadadala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadadala
As per Census 2011, Vadadala village has a total population of 6,907 people, consisting of 3,639 males and 3,268 females. The village has 1,522 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 890 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,788 literate and 2,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadadala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,907 | 3,639 | 3,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 890 | 476 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 220 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,788 | 2,768 | 2,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,119 | 871 | 1,248 |
Nearby Villages of Vadadala
Vadadala 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 Vadadala
Vadadala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Vadadala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlad to Vadadala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Vadadala is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadadala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadadala 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 Vadadala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadadala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadadala
Where is Vadadala located?
Vadadala village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadadala?
Vadadala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadadala?
The pincode of Vadadala is 388430.
What is the population of Vadadala?
Vadadala has a total population of 6,907, including 3,639 males and 3,268 females.
How many households are there in Vadadala?
There are 1,522 households in Vadadala.
What is the literacy rate in Vadadala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadadala is 69.32%. Male literacy is 76.06% and female literacy is 61.81%.