Vagra
Vagra is a Town and Taluka in Bharuch District of Gujarat. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Vagra Block (CD) is 03915. The total area of Vagra Taluka is 1,644 km². Vagra has a sex ratio of approximately 870 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Vagra Taluka
Vagra Taluka has a total of 68 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Vagra Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akhod | Akhod | Bharuch (32 km) |
| 2 | Aladar | Aladar | Jambusar (40 km) |
| 3 | Aliabet | Kaladara | Bharuch (38 km) |
| 4 | Ambhel | Ambhel | Bharuch (38 km) |
| 5 | Ambheta | Ambheta | Bharuch (43 km) |
| 6 | Ankot | Ankot | Bharuch (19 km) |
| 7 | Aragama | Aragama | Bharuch (15 km) |
| 8 | Atali | Atali | Bharuch (30 km) |
| 9 | Badalpura | Badalpura | Jambusar (23 km) |
| 10 | Bhensali | Bhensali | Bharuch (24 km) |
| 11 | Bhersam | Bhersam | Bharuch (15 km) |
| 12 | Chanchvel | Chanchvel | Jambusar (18 km) |
| 13 | Dahej | Dahej | Bharuch (45 km) |
| 14 | Galenda | Galenda | Bharuch (34 km) |
| 15 | Gandhar | Gandhar | Jambusar (20 km) |
| 16 | Goladara | Goladara | Jambusar (44 km) |
| 17 | Harinagar | Narnavi | Bharuch (45 km) |
| 18 | Jageshwar | Jageshwar | Bharuch (45 km) |
| 19 | Janiadara | Janiadara | Bharuch (45 km) |
| 20 | Jolva | Jolva | Bharuch (32 km) |
| 21 | Juned | Bhersam | Bharuch (20 km) |
| 22 | Kadodara | Kadodara | Bharuch (45 km) |
| 23 | Kaladara | Kaladara | Bharuch (31 km) |
| 24 | Kalam | Kalam | Bharuch (32 km) |
| 25 | Keshwan | Keshwan | Bharuch (37 km) |
| 26 | Khadkhandali | Ora | Bharuch (27 km) |
| 27 | Khojbal | Khojbal | Bharuch (30 km) |
| 28 | Koliad | Koliad | Bharuch (33 km) |
| 29 | Kothia | Kothia | Bharuch (30 km) |
| 30 | Lakhigam | Lakhigam | Bharuch (39 km) |
| 31 | Limdi | Limdi | Bharuch (30 km) |
| 32 | Luvara | Luvara | Bharuch (54 km) |
| 33 | Mosam | Mosam | Bharuch (30 km) |
| 34 | Muler | Muler | Jambusar (24 km) |
| 35 | Nadarkha | Nadarkha | Bharuch (40 km) |
| 36 | Nandida | Nandida | Bharuch (30 km) |
| 37 | Narnavi | Narnavi | Bharuch (37 km) |
| 38 | Ochchhan | Ochchhan | Bharuch (30 km) |
| 39 | Ora | Ora | Bharuch (27 km) |
| 40 | Padariya | Padariya | Jambusar (44 km) |
| 41 | Pahaj | Pahaj | Bharuch (29 km) |
| 42 | Pakhajan | Pakhajan | Bharuch (35 km) |
| 43 | Paldi | Paldi | Jambusar (22 km) |
| 44 | Paniadara | Paniadara | Jambusar (40 km) |
| 45 | Pipalia | Pipalia | Bharuch (35 km) |
| 46 | Pisad | Pisad | Bharuch (27 km) |
| 47 | Rahad | Rahad | Bharuch (18 km) |
| 48 | Rahiad | Rahiad | Bharuch (33 km) |
| 49 | Sachan | Sachan | Bharuch (25 km) |
| 50 | Sadathala | Sadathala | Bharuch (32 km) |
| 51 | Saladara | Saladara | Bharuch (18 km) |
| 52 | Samatpor | Sambheti | Bharuch (39 km) |
| 53 | Sambheti | Sambheti | Bharuch (37 km) |
| 54 | Saran | Saran | Bharuch (24 km) |
| 55 | Sayakha | Sayakha | Bharuch (28 km) |
| 56 | Sutrel | Sutrel | Bharuch (28 km) |
| 57 | Suva | Suva | Bharuch (33 km) |
| 58 | Trankal | Trankal | Bharuch (44 km) |
| 59 | Vachhnad | Vachhnad | Bharuch (23 km) |
| 60 | Vadadla | Vadadla | Bharuch (40 km) |
| 61 | Vagra | Vagra | Bharuch (24 km) |
| 62 | Vahiyal | Vahiyal | Bharuch (33 km) |
| 63 | Vastikhandali | Vastikhandali | Bharuch (24 km) |
| 64 | Vav | Vav | Bharuch (45 km) |
| 65 | Vengani | Vengani | Bharuch (31 km) |
| 66 | Vilayat | Vilayat | Bharuch (15 km) |
| 67 | Vinchhiyad | Vinchhiyad | Bharuch (28 km) |
| 68 | Vorasamni | Vorasamni | Bharuch (17 km) |
Population of Vagra Taluka
The population profile of Vagra Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Vagra Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,00,044 | 1,00,044 | N/A |
| Male Population | 53,489 | 53,489 | N/A |
| Female Population | 46,555 | 46,555 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,143 | 12,143 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,233 | 6,233 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,910 | 5,910 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 70,505 | 70,505 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 41,488 | 41,488 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 29,017 | 29,017 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 29,539 | 29,539 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 12,001 | 12,001 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 17,538 | 17,538 | N/A |
| Total Households | 21,590 | 21,590 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,00,044 people. Includes nearly 53,489 males and 46,555 females. Rural population is about 1,00,044 people.
- There are around 12,143 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 6,233 boys and 5,910 girls.
- Literate population is about 70,505 people. Non-literate population is around 29,539 people.
- There are nearly 21,590 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Vagra Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 4,450 | 4,450 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 2,271 | 2,271 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 2,179 | 2,179 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 25,028 | 25,028 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 12,921 | 12,921 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 12,107 | 12,107 | N/A |
| Population Density | 61 / km² | 61 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Vagra Taluka is approximately 4,450 people, including 2,271 males and 2,179 females. Around 4,450 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Vagra Taluka is about 25,028 people, including 12,921 males and 12,107 females. Around 25,028 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 61 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 61 people per sq. km.