Vasana - Sankheda, Chhotaudepur
Vasana is a village situated in the Sankheda taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Sankheda and around 90 km from Vadodara. Vasana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasana is 520883. The village covers a total geographical area of 788.72 hectares and falls under the 391140 pincode. Bodeli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Vasana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasana
As per Census 2011, Vasana village has a total population of 2,581 people, consisting of 1,350 males and 1,231 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,556 literate and 1,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,581 | 1,350 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 148 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,288 | 648 | 640 |
| Literate Population | 1,556 | 913 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 437 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Vasana
Vasana 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 Vasana
Vasana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodeli to Vasana is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Vasana is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vasana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vasana
Where is Vasana located?
Vasana village is located in Sankheda Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasana?
Vasana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasana?
The pincode of Vasana is 391140.
What is the population of Vasana?
Vasana has a total population of 2,581, including 1,350 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Vasana?
There are 563 households in Vasana.
What is the literacy rate in Vasana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasana is 60.29%. Male literacy is 67.63% and female literacy is 52.23%.