Vadvas - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Vadvas is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vadvas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadvas is 507737. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.53 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vadvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadvas
As per Census 2011, Vadvas village has a total population of 844 people, consisting of 416 males and 428 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadvas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 844 | 416 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 285 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 131 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Vadvas
Vadvas 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 Vadvas
Public transport in the Vadvas is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Vadvas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Vadvas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vadvas is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadvas 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vadvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadvas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadvas
Where is Vadvas located?
Vadvas village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadvas?
Vadvas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadvas?
The pincode of Vadvas is 385505.
What is the population of Vadvas?
Vadvas has a total population of 844, including 416 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Vadvas?
There are 139 households in Vadvas.
What is the literacy rate in Vadvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadvas is 46.56%. Male literacy is 68.51% and female literacy is 25.23%.