Vadal - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Vadal is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Vadal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadal is 516534. The village covers a total geographical area of 2728.36 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vadal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadal
As per Census 2011, Vadal village has a total population of 1,212 people, consisting of 603 males and 609 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,212 | 603 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 94 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 311 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 292 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Vadal
Vadal 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 Vadal
Public transport in the Vadal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palitana to Vadal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Vadal 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 Vadal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vadal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadal 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 Vadal
Where is Vadal located?
Vadal village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadal?
Vadal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadal?
The pincode of Vadal is 364270.
What is the population of Vadal?
Vadal has a total population of 1,212, including 603 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Vadal?
There are 225 households in Vadal.
What is the literacy rate in Vadal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadal is 44.55%. Male literacy is 51.58% and female literacy is 37.60%.