Vasda - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Vasda is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Anapur Chhota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vasda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasda is 507661. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.74 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vasda 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 Vasda
As per Census 2011, Vasda village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 483 males and 458 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 518 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 483 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 332 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 151 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Vasda
Vasda 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 Vasda
Vasda 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Vasda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vasda is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vasda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vasda
Where is Vasda located?
Vasda village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasda?
The Gram Panchayat of Vasda is Anapur Chhota.
What is the pincode of Vasda?
The pincode of Vasda is 385545.
What is the population of Vasda?
Vasda has a total population of 941, including 483 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Vasda?
There are 167 households in Vasda.
What is the literacy rate in Vasda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasda is 55.05%. Male literacy is 68.74% and female literacy is 40.61%.