Vaghnagar - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Vaghnagar is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Vaghnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghnagar is 516777. The village covers a total geographical area of 1650.54 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Vaghnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghnagar village had a total population of 6,691 people, including 3,426 males and 3,265 females, living in 1,149 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.99%, with male literacy at 80.51% and female literacy at 50.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199.
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 | 6,691 | 3,426 | 3,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,172 | 609 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,642 | 2,268 | 1,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,049 | 1,158 | 1,891 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghnagar
Vaghnagar 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 Vaghnagar
Public transport in the Vaghnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Vaghnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Vaghnagar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Vaghnagar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaghnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaghnagar
Where is Vaghnagar located?
Vaghnagar village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vaghnagar?
Vaghnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghnagar?
The pincode of Vaghnagar is 364290.
What is the population of Vaghnagar?
Vaghnagar had a total population of 6,691, including 3,426 males and 3,265 females.
How many households are there in Vaghnagar?
Vaghnagar had 1,149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghnagar was 65.99%. Male literacy was 80.51% and female literacy was 50.85%.