Vadinar - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Vadinar is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from Khambhalia and around 50 km from Jamnagar. Vadinar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadinar is 513497. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.79 hectares and falls under the 361010 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Vadinar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadinar
As per Census 2011, Vadinar village has a total population of 8,946 people, consisting of 4,726 males and 4,220 females. The village has 1,706 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,348 literate and 3,598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 772 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadinar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,946 | 4,726 | 4,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,358 | 691 | 667 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 772 | 392 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 5,348 | 3,305 | 2,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,598 | 1,421 | 2,177 |
Nearby Villages of Vadinar
Vadinar 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 Vadinar
Vadinar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Vadinar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Vadinar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadinar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadinar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadinar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadinar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadinar
Where is Vadinar located?
Vadinar village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadinar?
Vadinar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadinar?
The pincode of Vadinar is 361010.
What is the population of Vadinar?
Vadinar has a total population of 8,946, including 4,726 males and 4,220 females.
How many households are there in Vadinar?
There are 1,706 households in Vadinar.
What is the literacy rate in Vadinar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadinar is 59.78%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 48.41%.