Vaghasan
Vaghasan is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Vaghasan village is also a gram panchayat.
Vaghasan has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vaghasan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaghasan is 507490. The village spans a total geographical area of 1647.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385566. Tharad is nearest town to Vaghasan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vaghasan 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.
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Population of Vaghasan
Below is a concise population overview of Vaghasan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,543 | 1,858 | 1,685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 364 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 201 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,608 | 1,064 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,935 | 794 | 1,141 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vaghasan village:
- The total population of Vaghasan village is around 3,543, including approximately 1,858 males and 1,685 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 689 children aged 0–6 years in Vaghasan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vaghasan village has 397 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vaghasan village is about 45.39%, with male literacy at 57.27% and female literacy at 32.28%.
- There are around 543 households in Vaghasan village.
Connectivity of Vaghasan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaghasan. As per the 2011 stats, Vaghasan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaghasan
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaghasan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaghasan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaghasan
- Where is Vaghasan located?
- Vaghasan village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaghasan?
- Vaghasan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vaghasan?
- The pincode of Vaghasan is 385566, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaghasan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaghasan is 3,543, with 1,858 males and 1,685 females.
- How many households are there in Vaghasan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaghasan village has a total of 543 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaghasan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaghasan is 45.39%. The male literacy rate is 57.27%, while the female literacy rate is 32.28%.