Vavdi - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Vavdi is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Vavdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vavdi is 516674. The village covers a total geographical area of 1116.53 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
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 Vavdi
As per Census 2011, Vavdi village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 184 males and 177 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 155 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vavdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 184 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 117 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 67 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Vavdi
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 Vavdi
Vavdi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Talaja to Vavdi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Vavdi is about 102 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 Vavdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vavdi 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 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 Vavdi 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 Vavdi
Where is Vavdi located?
Vavdi village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vavdi?
Vavdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vavdi?
The pincode of Vavdi is 364145.
What is the population of Vavdi?
Vavdi has a total population of 361, including 184 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Vavdi?
There are 59 households in Vavdi.
What is the literacy rate in Vavdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavdi is 57.06%. Male literacy is 63.59% and female literacy is 50.28%.