Vithodar - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Vithodar is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vithodar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vithodar is 508239. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768.85 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Vithodar 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 Vithodar
According to the 2011 Census, Vithodar village had a total population of 3,786 people, including 1,962 males and 1,824 females, living in 723 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.72%, with male literacy at 74.59% and female literacy at 46.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 662, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 3,786 | 1,962 | 1,824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 368 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 662 | 338 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,189 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,889 | 773 | 1,116 |
Nearby Villages of Vithodar
Vithodar 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 Vithodar
Vithodar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vithodar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vithodar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vithodar 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 Vithodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vithodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vithodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vithodar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vithodar
Where is Vithodar located?
Vithodar village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vithodar?
Vithodar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vithodar?
The pincode of Vithodar is 385535.
What is the population of Vithodar?
Vithodar had a total population of 3,786, including 1,962 males and 1,824 females.
How many households are there in Vithodar?
Vithodar had 723 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vithodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vithodar was 60.72%. Male literacy was 74.59% and female literacy was 46.27%.