Vasaya - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Vasaya is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Bhiloda and around 64 km from Himatnagar. Chitariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vasaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasaya is 510192. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.29 hectares and falls under the 383355 pincode. Modasa is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vasaya 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 Vasaya
According to the 2011 Census, Vasaya village had a total population of 729 people, including 367 males and 362 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.80%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 67.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 729.
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 | 729 | 367 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 729 | 367 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 264 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 103 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Vasaya
Vasaya 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 Vasaya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vasaya.
| 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 Modasa to Vasaya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vasaya is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasaya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vasaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasaya 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 Vasaya
Where is Vasaya located?
Vasaya village is located in Shamlaji Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Vasaya is Chitariya.
What is the pincode of Vasaya?
The pincode of Vasaya is 383355.
What is the population of Vasaya?
Vasaya had a total population of 729, including 367 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Vasaya?
Vasaya had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vasaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasaya was 77.80%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 67.11%.