Vadviyala - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Vadviyala is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Una and around 140 km from Junagadh. Vadviyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadviyala is 515271. The village covers a total geographical area of 1326.77 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Vadviyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadviyala
As per Census 2011, Vadviyala village has a total population of 4,298 people, consisting of 2,191 males and 2,107 females. The village has 807 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,810 literate and 1,488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadviyala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,298 | 2,191 | 2,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 261 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 247 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,810 | 1,597 | 1,213 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,488 | 594 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Vadviyala
Vadviyala 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 Vadviyala
Public transport in the Vadviyala is mainly available through bus services. Vadviyala 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 Una to Vadviyala is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vadviyala is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadviyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadviyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadviyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadviyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadviyala
Where is Vadviyala located?
Vadviyala village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadviyala?
Vadviyala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadviyala?
The pincode of Vadviyala is 362530.
What is the population of Vadviyala?
Vadviyala has a total population of 4,298, including 2,191 males and 2,107 females.
How many households are there in Vadviyala?
There are 807 households in Vadviyala.
What is the literacy rate in Vadviyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadviyala is 65.38%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 57.57%.