Vangadhra - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Vangadhra is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Vangadhra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vangadhra is 516198. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.2 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Vangadhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vangadhra
As per Census 2011, Vangadhra village has a total population of 945 people, consisting of 487 males and 458 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 643 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vangadhra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 945 | 487 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 362 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 125 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Vangadhra
Vangadhra 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 Vangadhra
Vangadhra 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Vangadhra is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Vangadhra is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vangadhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vangadhra 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 Vangadhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vangadhra 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 Vangadhra
Where is Vangadhra located?
Vangadhra village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vangadhra?
Vangadhra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vangadhra?
The pincode of Vangadhra is 364320.
What is the population of Vangadhra?
Vangadhra has a total population of 945, including 487 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Vangadhra?
There are 167 households in Vangadhra.
What is the literacy rate in Vangadhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vangadhra is 68.04%. Male literacy is 74.33% and female literacy is 61.35%.