Vansavad - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Vansavad is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 39 km from Sutrapada and around 120 km from Junagadh. Vansavad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vansavad is 515076. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.62 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Vansavad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vansavad
As per Census 2011, Vansavad village has a total population of 2,150 people, consisting of 1,088 males and 1,062 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,433 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vansavad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,150 | 1,088 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 137 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,433 | 800 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 288 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Vansavad
Vansavad 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 Vansavad
Public transport in the Vansavad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Vansavad is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vansavad is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vansavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vansavad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vansavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vansavad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vansavad
Where is Vansavad located?
Vansavad village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vansavad?
Vansavad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vansavad?
The pincode of Vansavad is 362268.
What is the population of Vansavad?
Vansavad has a total population of 2,150, including 1,088 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Vansavad?
There are 349 households in Vansavad.
What is the literacy rate in Vansavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vansavad is 66.65%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 59.60%.