Vachhdal - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Vachhdal is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vachhdal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vachhdal is 507685. The village covers a total geographical area of 1268.02 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vachhdal 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 Vachhdal
As per Census 2011, Vachhdal village has a total population of 3,171 people, consisting of 1,643 males and 1,528 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,499 literate and 1,672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vachhdal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,171 | 1,643 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 290 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 1,018 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,672 | 625 | 1,047 |
Nearby Villages of Vachhdal
Vachhdal 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 Vachhdal
Vachhdal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Vachhdal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vachhdal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vachhdal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vachhdal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vachhdal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vachhdal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vachhdal
Where is Vachhdal located?
Vachhdal village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vachhdal?
Vachhdal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vachhdal?
The pincode of Vachhdal is 385545.
What is the population of Vachhdal?
Vachhdal has a total population of 3,171, including 1,643 males and 1,528 females.
How many households are there in Vachhdal?
There are 459 households in Vachhdal.
What is the literacy rate in Vachhdal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vachhdal is 47.27%. Male literacy is 61.96% and female literacy is 31.48%.