Vadhela - Barwala, Botad
Vadhela is a village situated in the Barwala taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Barwala and around 135 km from Ahmadabad. Vadhela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadhela is 511869. The village covers a total geographical area of 1827.8 hectares and falls under the 382450 pincode. Barwala is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vadhela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadhela
As per Census 2011, Vadhela village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 697 males and 666 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 619 literate and 744 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadhela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 697 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 120 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 360 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 337 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Vadhela
Vadhela 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 Vadhela
Public transport in the Vadhela is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwala to Vadhela is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Vadhela is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadhela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadhela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadhela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadhela 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vadhela
Where is Vadhela located?
Vadhela village is located in Barwala Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadhela?
Vadhela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadhela?
The pincode of Vadhela is 382450.
What is the population of Vadhela?
Vadhela has a total population of 1,363, including 697 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Vadhela?
There are 233 households in Vadhela.
What is the literacy rate in Vadhela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadhela is 45.41%. Male literacy is 51.65% and female literacy is 38.89%.