Vansol - Vadgam, Banas Kantha
Vansol is a village situated in the Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgam and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vansol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vansol is 508021. The village covers a total geographical area of 821.94 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Vansol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vansol
According to the 2011 Census, Vansol village had a total population of 3,008 people, including 1,537 males and 1,471 females, living in 619 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.05%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 60.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 527, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,008 | 1,537 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 202 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 280 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,958 | 1,162 | 796 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 375 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Vansol
Vansol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vansol
Public transport in the Vansol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Vansol is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vansol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vansol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vansol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vansol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vansol
Where is Vansol located?
Vansol village is located in Vadgam Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vansol?
Vansol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vansol?
The pincode of Vansol is 385001.
What is the population of Vansol?
Vansol had a total population of 3,008, including 1,537 males and 1,471 females.
How many households are there in Vansol?
Vansol had 619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vansol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vansol was 74.05%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 60.81%.