Vadnal - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Vadnal is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Danta and around 79 km from Palanpur. Bamnoj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadnal is 507885. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.91 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Vadnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadnal
According to the 2011 Census, Vadnal village had a total population of 352 people, including 178 males and 174 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.19%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 57.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 352.
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 | 352 | 178 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 178 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 105 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 73 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Vadnal
Vadnal 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 Vadnal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vadnal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Vadnal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vadnal is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadnal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vadnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadnal
Where is Vadnal located?
Vadnal village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadnal is Bamnoj.
What is the pincode of Vadnal?
The pincode of Vadnal is 385110.
What is the population of Vadnal?
Vadnal had a total population of 352, including 178 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Vadnal?
Vadnal had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadnal was 66.19%. Male literacy was 74.47% and female literacy was 57.86%.