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.
Vadgam 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Vadgam 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadgam village:
- The total population of Vadgam village is around 9,005, including approximately 4,663 males and 4,342 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,153 children aged 0–6 years in Vadgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadgam village has 1,221 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 104 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vadgam village is about 69.43%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 60.69%.
- There are around 1,857 households in Vadgam village.
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%.