Vadvasa - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Vadvasa is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Vadvasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadvasa is 511331. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079.69 hectares and falls under the 382305 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vadvasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vadvasa
As per Census 2011, Vadvasa village has a total population of 2,474 people, consisting of 1,295 males and 1,179 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,548 literate and 926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadvasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,474 | 1,295 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 185 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 944 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 351 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Vadvasa
Vadvasa 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 Vadvasa
Public transport in the Vadvasa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Vadvasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehgam to Vadvasa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Vadvasa is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadvasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadvasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadvasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadvasa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadvasa
Where is Vadvasa located?
Vadvasa village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadvasa?
Vadvasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadvasa?
The pincode of Vadvasa is 382305.
What is the population of Vadvasa?
Vadvasa has a total population of 2,474, including 1,295 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Vadvasa?
There are 518 households in Vadvasa.
What is the literacy rate in Vadvasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadvasa is 62.57%. Male literacy is 72.90% and female literacy is 51.23%.