Vasna - Meghraj, Arvalli
Vasna is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 1 km from Meghraj and around 72 km from Himatnagar. Vasna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasna is 510412. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.88 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Vasna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasna
As per Census 2011, Vasna village has a total population of 684 people, consisting of 385 males and 299 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 776 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 684 | 385 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 300 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 85 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Vasna
Vasna 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 Vasna
Public transport in the Vasna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Vasna is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vasna is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vasna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vasna
Where is Vasna located?
Vasna village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasna?
Vasna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasna?
The pincode of Vasna is 383350.
What is the population of Vasna?
Vasna has a total population of 684, including 385 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Vasna?
There are 132 households in Vasna.
What is the literacy rate in Vasna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasna is 67.40%. Male literacy is 77.92% and female literacy is 53.85%.