Vachhol
Vachhol is a village located in Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanera (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Vachhol village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vachhol unique in its vibrant Dhanera-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Vachhol’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vachhol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vachhol is 507640. The village spans a total geographical area of 1244.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385545. Dhanera is nearest town to Vachhol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vachhol village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vachhol
Population of Vachhol
According to the 2011 Census, Vachhol has a total population of about 3,092, with approximately 1,585 males and 1,507 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 556 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 260. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.80%, with male literacy at about 57.22% and female literacy near 35.83%. There are around 532 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vachhol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,092 | 1,585 | 1,507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 289 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 179 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 1,447 | 907 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,645 | 678 | 967 |
Connectivity of Vachhol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vachhol. As per the 2011 stats, Vachhol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vachhol
Knowing the nearby villages of Vachhol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vachhol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vachhol
- Where is Vachhol located?
- Vachhol village is situated in Dhanera Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vachhol?
- Vachhol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vachhol?
- The pincode of Vachhol is 385545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vachhol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vachhol is 3,092, with 1,585 males and 1,507 females.
- How many households are there in Vachhol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vachhol village has a total of 532 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vachhol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vachhol is 46.80%. The male literacy rate is 57.22%, while the female literacy rate is 35.83%.