Vadgamda
Vadgamda is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Vadgamda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadgamda unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Vadgamda’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 Vadgamda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadgamda is 507592. The village spans a total geographical area of 1792.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Vadgamda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadgamda 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 Tharad 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 Vadgamda
Population of Vadgamda
According to the 2011 Census, Vadgamda has a total population of about 3,003, with approximately 1,489 males and 1,514 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 562 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 101. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.93%, with male literacy at about 49.16% and female literacy near 24.90%. There are around 526 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadgamda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,003 | 1,489 | 1,514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 562 | 297 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 128 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 732 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,894 | 757 | 1,137 |
Connectivity of Vadgamda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadgamda. As per the 2011 stats, Vadgamda 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vadgamda
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadgamda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadgamda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadgamda
- Where is Vadgamda located?
- Vadgamda village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadgamda?
- Vadgamda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadgamda?
- The pincode of Vadgamda is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadgamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadgamda is 3,003, with 1,489 males and 1,514 females.
- How many households are there in Vadgamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadgamda village has a total of 526 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadgamda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadgamda is 36.93%. The male literacy rate is 49.16%, while the female literacy rate is 24.90%.