Nani Vavdi - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Nani Vavdi is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Nani Vavdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nani Vavdi is 516440. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005.06 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nani Vavdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nani Vavdi
As per Census 2011, Nani Vavdi village has a total population of 2,542 people, consisting of 1,274 males and 1,268 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,678 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nani Vavdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,542 | 1,274 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 127 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 235 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,678 | 1,002 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 272 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Nani Vavdi
Nani Vavdi 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 Nani Vavdi
Nani Vavdi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Nani Vavdi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Nani Vavdi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nani Vavdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nani Vavdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nani Vavdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nani Vavdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nani Vavdi
Where is Nani Vavdi located?
Nani Vavdi village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nani Vavdi?
Nani Vavdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nani Vavdi?
The pincode of Nani Vavdi is 364505.
What is the population of Nani Vavdi?
Nani Vavdi has a total population of 2,542, including 1,274 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Nani Vavdi?
There are 564 households in Nani Vavdi.
What is the literacy rate in Nani Vavdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nani Vavdi is 66.01%. Male literacy is 78.65% and female literacy is 53.31%.