Vadpan - Netrang, Bharuch
Vadpan is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Jhagadia and around 67 km from Bharuch. Fokdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadpan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadpan is 522309. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.47 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Vadpan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vadpan
According to the 2011 Census, Vadpan village had a total population of 827 people, including 421 males and 406 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 82.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 820.
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 | 827 | 421 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 42 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 820 | 418 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 331 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 90 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Vadpan
Vadpan 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 Vadpan
Vadpan 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Vadpan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Vadpan is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadpan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadpan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vadpan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadpan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vadpan
Where is Vadpan located?
Vadpan village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadpan?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadpan is Fokdi.
What is the pincode of Vadpan?
The pincode of Vadpan is 393130.
What is the population of Vadpan?
Vadpan had a total population of 827, including 421 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Vadpan?
Vadpan had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadpan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadpan was 84.91%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 82.29%.