Varsoda - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Varsoda is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Varsoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varsoda is 511224. The village covers a total geographical area of 1409.3 hectares and falls under the 382835 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Varsoda 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 Varsoda
As per Census 2011, Varsoda village has a total population of 2,241 people, consisting of 1,123 males and 1,118 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,511 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varsoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,123 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,511 | 828 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 295 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Varsoda
Varsoda 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 Varsoda
Varsoda 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 Varsoda.
| 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 Varsoda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Varsoda is about 30 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 Varsoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varsoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varsoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varsoda 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 Varsoda
Where is Varsoda located?
Varsoda village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varsoda?
Varsoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varsoda?
The pincode of Varsoda is 382835.
What is the population of Varsoda?
Varsoda has a total population of 2,241, including 1,123 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Varsoda?
There are 502 households in Varsoda.
What is the literacy rate in Varsoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varsoda is 67.43%. Male literacy is 73.73% and female literacy is 61.09%.