Vadgam
Vadgam is a village located in Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from district headquarter Vadgam. Vadgam is the sub-district headquarter of Vadgam village. As per 2009 stats, Vadgam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadgam unique in its vibrant Vadgam-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Vadgam’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 Vadgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadgam is 508031. The village spans a total geographical area of 1974.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385410. Palanpur is nearest town to Vadgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadgam 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 Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vadgam
Population of Vadgam
According to the 2011 Census, Vadgam has a total population of about 9,005, with approximately 4,663 males and 4,342 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,221 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.43%, with male literacy at about 77.57% and female literacy near 60.69%. There are around 1,857 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,005 | 4,663 | 4,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,153 | 586 | 567 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,221 | 636 | 585 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 49 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 6,252 | 3,617 | 2,635 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,753 | 1,046 | 1,707 |
Connectivity of Vadgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadgam. As per the 2011 stats, Vadgam 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 Vadgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadgam
- Where is Vadgam located?
- Vadgam village is situated in Vadgam Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadgam?
- Vadgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadgam?
- The pincode of Vadgam is 385410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadgam is 9,005, with 4,663 males and 4,342 females.
- How many households are there in Vadgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadgam village has a total of 1,857 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadgam is 69.43%. The male literacy rate is 77.57%, while the female literacy rate is 60.69%.