Vadaval - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Vadaval is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vadaval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadaval is 508336. The village covers a total geographical area of 1695.44 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Vadaval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadaval
As per Census 2011, Vadaval village has a total population of 3,427 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,676 females. The village has 602 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,894 literate and 1,533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadaval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,427 | 1,751 | 1,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 304 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 164 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,894 | 1,156 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,533 | 595 | 938 |
Nearby Villages of Vadaval
Vadaval 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 Vadaval
Vadaval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vadaval has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Vadaval is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vadaval is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadaval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadaval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Vadaval
Where is Vadaval located?
Vadaval village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadaval?
Vadaval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadaval?
The pincode of Vadaval is 385530.
What is the population of Vadaval?
Vadaval has a total population of 3,427, including 1,751 males and 1,676 females.
How many households are there in Vadaval?
There are 602 households in Vadaval.
What is the literacy rate in Vadaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadaval is 55.27%. Male literacy is 66.02% and female literacy is 44.03%.