Vaghvadarda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Vaghvadarda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Vaghvadarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghvadarda is 516706. The village covers a total geographical area of 829.7 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Vaghvadarda 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 Vaghvadarda
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghvadarda village had a total population of 1,641 people, including 829 males and 812 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.16%, with male literacy at 72.36% and female literacy at 43.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 1,641 | 829 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 127 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 508 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 321 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghvadarda
Vaghvadarda 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 Vaghvadarda
Vaghvadarda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Vaghvadarda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Vaghvadarda is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghvadarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghvadarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vaghvadarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghvadarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghvadarda
Where is Vaghvadarda located?
Vaghvadarda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghvadarda?
Vaghvadarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghvadarda?
The pincode of Vaghvadarda is 364295.
What is the population of Vaghvadarda?
Vaghvadarda had a total population of 1,641, including 829 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Vaghvadarda?
Vaghvadarda had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghvadarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghvadarda was 58.16%. Male literacy was 72.36% and female literacy was 43.55%.