Vedach - Jambusar, Bharuch
Vedach is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Vedach village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedach is 521878. The village covers a total geographical area of 3582.38 hectares and falls under the 391810 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vedach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vedach
According to the 2011 Census, Vedach village had a total population of 7,921 people, including 4,163 males and 3,758 females, living in 1,744 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.40%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 65.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 402, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 7,921 | 4,163 | 3,758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,019 | 552 | 467 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 207 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 5,135 | 2,971 | 2,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,786 | 1,192 | 1,594 |
Nearby Villages of Vedach
Vedach 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 Vedach
Vedach is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jambusar to Vedach is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Vedach is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vedach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vedach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedach village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vedach
Where is Vedach located?
Vedach village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vedach?
Vedach is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vedach?
The pincode of Vedach is 391810.
What is the population of Vedach?
Vedach had a total population of 7,921, including 4,163 males and 3,758 females.
How many households are there in Vedach?
Vedach had 1,744 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vedach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vedach was 74.40%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 65.76%.