Vagor - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Vagor is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vagor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vagor is 507699. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.94 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Vagor 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 Vagor
According to the 2011 Census, Vagor village had a total population of 2,080 people, including 1,064 males and 1,016 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.69%, with male literacy at 70.55% and female literacy at 36.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 2,080 | 1,064 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 205 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 606 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,179 | 458 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Vagor
Vagor 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 Vagor
Vagor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Vagor is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vagor is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vagor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vagor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vagor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vagor 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vagor
Where is Vagor located?
Vagor village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vagor?
Vagor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vagor?
The pincode of Vagor is 385545.
What is the population of Vagor?
Vagor had a total population of 2,080, including 1,064 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Vagor?
Vagor had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vagor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vagor was 53.69%. Male literacy was 70.55% and female literacy was 36.02%.