Voda - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Voda is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Runi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Voda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Voda is 507679. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.71 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Voda 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 Voda
As per Census 2011, Voda village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 1,080 males and 998 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,050 literate and 1,028 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Voda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,080 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 213 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 176 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 660 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 420 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Voda
Voda 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 Voda
Public transport in the Voda is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Voda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Voda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Voda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Voda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Voda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Voda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Voda 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 Voda
Where is Voda located?
Voda village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Voda?
The Gram Panchayat of Voda is Runi.
What is the pincode of Voda?
The pincode of Voda is 385310.
What is the population of Voda?
Voda has a total population of 2,078, including 1,080 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Voda?
There are 306 households in Voda.
What is the literacy rate in Voda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Voda is 50.53%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 39.08%.