Veda - Kalol Gandhinagar, Gandhinagar
Veda is a village situated in the Kalol Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Kalol and around 33 km from Gandhinagar. Govindpura (veda) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veda is 511119. The village covers a total geographical area of 1171.18 hectares and falls under the 382735 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Veda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veda
As per Census 2011, Veda village has a total population of 5,174 people, consisting of 2,700 males and 2,474 females. The village has 1,048 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,886 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,174 | 2,700 | 2,474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 317 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 205 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,886 | 2,165 | 1,721 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 535 | 753 |
Transport and Connectivity of Veda
Veda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Veda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Veda is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veda 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 Veda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veda 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 Veda
Where is Veda located?
Veda village is located in Kalol Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veda?
The Gram Panchayat of Veda is Govindpura (veda).
What is the pincode of Veda?
The pincode of Veda is 382735.
What is the population of Veda?
Veda has a total population of 5,174, including 2,700 males and 2,474 females.
How many households are there in Veda?
There are 1,048 households in Veda.
What is the literacy rate in Veda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veda is 75.11%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 69.56%.