Vara
Vara is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Vara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vara unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Vara’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 Vara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vara is 507487. The village spans a total geographical area of 962.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Vara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vara 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 Vara
Population of Vara
According to the 2011 Census, Vara has a total population of about 2,405, with approximately 1,245 males and 1,160 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 556 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 685 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 44.86%, with male literacy at about 57.75% and female literacy near 31.03%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,405 | 1,245 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 281 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 358 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 719 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 526 | 800 |
Connectivity of Vara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vara. As per the 2011 stats, Vara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vara
Knowing the nearby villages of Vara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vara
- Where is Vara located?
- Vara village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vara?
- Vara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vara?
- The pincode of Vara is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vara is 2,405, with 1,245 males and 1,160 females.
- How many households are there in Vara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vara village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vara is 44.86%. The male literacy rate is 57.75%, while the female literacy rate is 31.03%.