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
According to the 2011 Census, Vadinar village had a total population of 8,946 people, including 4,726 males and 4,220 females, living in 1,706 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.48%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 772, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 8,946, including 4,726 males and 4,220 females.
How many households are there in Vadinar?
Vadinar had 1,706 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadinar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadinar was 70.48%. Male literacy was 81.91% and female literacy was 57.50%.