Vedancha
Vedancha is a village located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Vedancha village. As per 2009 stats, Vedancha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vedancha unique in its vibrant Palanpur-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Vedancha’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 Vedancha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vedancha is 508170. The village spans a total geographical area of 1082.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385510. Palanpur is nearest town to Vedancha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vedancha 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 Palanpur 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 Vedancha
Population of Vedancha
According to the 2011 Census, Vedancha has a total population of about 4,641, with approximately 2,383 males and 2,258 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 473 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 610 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.08%, with male literacy at about 84.39% and female literacy near 73.47%. There are around 900 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vedancha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,641 | 2,383 | 2,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 275 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 317 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,670 | 2,011 | 1,659 |
| Illiterate Population | 971 | 372 | 599 |
Connectivity of Vedancha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vedancha. As per the 2011 stats, Vedancha 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vedancha
Knowing the nearby villages of Vedancha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vedancha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vedancha
- Where is Vedancha located?
- Vedancha village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vedancha?
- Vedancha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vedancha?
- The pincode of Vedancha is 385510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vedancha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vedancha is 4,641, with 2,383 males and 2,258 females.
- How many households are there in Vedancha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vedancha village has a total of 900 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vedancha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vedancha is 79.08%. The male literacy rate is 84.39%, while the female literacy rate is 73.47%.