Vavadi - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Vavadi is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Vavadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vavadi is 516645. The village covers a total geographical area of 507.2 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vavadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vavadi
As per Census 2011, Vavadi village has a total population of 929 people, consisting of 442 males and 487 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 563 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vavadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 442 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 41 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 337 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 105 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Vavadi
Vavadi 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 Vavadi
Vavadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Vavadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Vavadi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vavadi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vavadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vavadi
Where is Vavadi located?
Vavadi village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vavadi?
Vavadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vavadi?
The pincode of Vavadi is 364140.
What is the population of Vavadi?
Vavadi has a total population of 929, including 442 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Vavadi?
There are 205 households in Vavadi.
What is the literacy rate in Vavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavadi is 60.60%. Male literacy is 76.24% and female literacy is 46.41%.