Vachhu - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Vachhu is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Dwarka and around 130 km from Jamnagar. Vachhu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vachhu is 513478. The village covers a total geographical area of 2071.46 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vachhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vachhu
According to the 2011 Census, Vachhu village had a total population of 1,126 people, including 568 males and 558 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.94%, with male literacy at 74.68% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 1,126 | 568 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 14 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 354 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 214 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Vachhu
Vachhu 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 Vachhu
Vachhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Vachhu has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarka to Vachhu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Vachhu is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vachhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vachhu 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 Vachhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vachhu 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vachhu
Where is Vachhu located?
Vachhu village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vachhu?
Vachhu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vachhu?
The pincode of Vachhu is 361335.
What is the population of Vachhu?
Vachhu had a total population of 1,126, including 568 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Vachhu?
Vachhu had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vachhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vachhu was 63.94%. Male literacy was 74.68% and female literacy was 53.09%.