Vadiya - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Vadiya is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Vadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadiya is 516499. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.68 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Vadiya 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 Vadiya
As per Census 2011, Vadiya village has a total population of 2,083 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 1,001 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,433 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,083 | 1,082 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,433 | 857 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 225 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Vadiya
Vadiya 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 Vadiya
Vadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Vadiya.
| 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 Palitana to Vadiya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Vadiya is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadiya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vadiya
Where is Vadiya located?
Vadiya village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadiya?
Vadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadiya?
The pincode of Vadiya is 364270.
What is the population of Vadiya?
Vadiya has a total population of 2,083, including 1,082 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Vadiya?
There are 394 households in Vadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Vadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadiya is 68.80%. Male literacy is 79.21% and female literacy is 57.54%.