Vachhol - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Vachhol is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vachhol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vachhol is 507640. The village covers a total geographical area of 1244.68 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Vachhol 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 Vachhol
According to the 2011 Census, Vachhol village had a total population of 3,092 people, including 1,585 males and 1,507 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.06%, with male literacy at 69.98% and female literacy at 43.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 3,092 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vachhol
Vachhol 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 Vachhol
Vachhol 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 Vachhol is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vachhol is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vachhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vachhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vachhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vachhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vachhol
Where is Vachhol located?
Vachhol village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vachhol?
Vachhol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vachhol?
The pincode of Vachhol is 385545.
What is the population of Vachhol?
Vachhol had a total population of 3,092, including 1,585 males and 1,507 females.
How many households are there in Vachhol?
Vachhol had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vachhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vachhol was 57.06%. Male literacy was 69.98% and female literacy was 43.55%.