Varedia - Bharuch
Varedia is a village situated in the Bharuch taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Bharuch, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Varedia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varedia is 522081. The village covers a total geographical area of 587.36 hectares and falls under the 392001 pincode. Palej is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Varedia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vagra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharuch Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varedia
As per Census 2011, Varedia village has a total population of 2,368 people, consisting of 1,238 males and 1,130 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,971 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 654 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varedia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,368 | 1,238 | 1,130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 146 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 654 | 356 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,056 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 182 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Varedia
Varedia 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 Varedia
Varedia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Varedia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palej to Varedia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Varedia is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varedia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varedia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varedia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varedia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varedia
Where is Varedia located?
Varedia village is located in Bharuch Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varedia?
Varedia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varedia?
The pincode of Varedia is 392001.
What is the population of Varedia?
Varedia has a total population of 2,368, including 1,238 males and 1,130 females.
How many households are there in Varedia?
There are 477 households in Varedia.
What is the literacy rate in Varedia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varedia is 83.23%. Male literacy is 85.30% and female literacy is 80.97%.