Vandar - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Vandar is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Devgadbaria and around 56 km from Dohad. Vandar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vandar is 519565. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.37 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Vandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vandar
As per Census 2011, Vandar village has a total population of 2,995 people, consisting of 1,487 males and 1,508 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,482 literate and 1,513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,995 | 1,487 | 1,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 219 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 145 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 1,482 | 906 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,513 | 581 | 932 |
Nearby Villages of Vandar
Vandar 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 Vandar
Vandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Devgadbaria to Vandar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Vandar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vandar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vandar
Where is Vandar located?
Vandar village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vandar?
Vandar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vandar?
The pincode of Vandar is 389380.
What is the population of Vandar?
Vandar has a total population of 2,995, including 1,487 males and 1,508 females.
How many households are there in Vandar?
There are 508 households in Vandar.
What is the literacy rate in Vandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vandar is 49.48%. Male literacy is 60.93% and female literacy is 38.20%.