Vatav

Vatav is a village located in Petlad taluka of Anand district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Petlad (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Anand. As per 2009 stats, Vatav village is also a gram panchayat.

Vatav has its own place in the vibrant Anand region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Vatav

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vatav is 516965. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 388450. Petlad is nearest town to Vatav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Vatav 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 Petlad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Anand Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Vatav

Below is a concise population overview of Vatav as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,484 1,307 1,177
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 306 164 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) 235 119 116
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 5 2
Literate Population 1,756 1,039 717
Illiterate Population 728 268 460

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vatav village:

  • The total population of Vatav village is around 2,484, including approximately 1,307 males and 1,177 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 306 children aged 0–6 years in Vatav village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vatav village has 235 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Vatav village is about 70.69%, with male literacy at 79.50% and female literacy at 60.92%.
  • There are around 514 households in Vatav village.

Connectivity of Vatav

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vatav. As per the 2011 stats, Vatav 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Vatav

Knowing the nearby villages of Vatav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vatav.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vatav

Where is Vatav located?
Vatav village is situated in Petlad Taluka, within the Anand district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vatav?
Vatav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vatav?
The pincode of Vatav is 388450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vatav as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vatav is 2,484, with 1,307 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Vatav as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vatav village has a total of 514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vatav as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vatav is 70.69%. The male literacy rate is 79.50%, while the female literacy rate is 60.92%.