Vadnagar - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Vadnagar is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Kodinar and around 130 km from Junagadh. Vadnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadnagar is 515124. The village covers a total geographical area of 1388.5 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vadnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadnagar
As per Census 2011, Vadnagar village has a total population of 9,296 people, consisting of 4,790 males and 4,506 females. The village has 2,003 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 994 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,613 literate and 2,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,296 | 4,790 | 4,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 994 | 516 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,315 | 673 | 642 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 25 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 6,613 | 3,755 | 2,858 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,683 | 1,035 | 1,648 |
Nearby Villages of Vadnagar
Vadnagar 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 Vadnagar
Vadnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Vadnagar.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Vadnagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vadnagar 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 Vadnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadnagar 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 Vadnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadnagar 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 Vadnagar
Where is Vadnagar located?
Vadnagar village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadnagar?
Vadnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadnagar?
The pincode of Vadnagar is 362720.
What is the population of Vadnagar?
Vadnagar has a total population of 9,296, including 4,790 males and 4,506 females.
How many households are there in Vadnagar?
There are 2,003 households in Vadnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Vadnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadnagar is 71.14%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 63.43%.