Vavdi (Sutra) - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Vavdi (Sutra) is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Sutrapada and around 106 km from Junagadh. Vavdi (Sutra) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vavdi (Sutra) is 515081. The village covers a total geographical area of 683.3 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Vavdi (Sutra) 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 Vavdi (Sutra)
As per Census 2011, Vavdi (Sutra) village has a total population of 2,557 people, consisting of 1,272 males and 1,285 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,615 literate and 942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 674 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vavdi (Sutra) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,557 | 1,272 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 123 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 674 | 331 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 944 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 942 | 328 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Vavdi (Sutra)
Vavdi (Sutra) 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 Vavdi (Sutra)
Vavdi (Sutra) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sutrapada to Vavdi (Sutra) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vavdi (Sutra) is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vavdi (Sutra)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vavdi (Sutra) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vavdi (Sutra)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vavdi (Sutra) 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 Vavdi (Sutra)
Where is Vavdi (Sutra) located?
Vavdi (Sutra) village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vavdi (Sutra)?
Vavdi (Sutra) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vavdi (Sutra)?
The pincode of Vavdi (Sutra) is 362275.
What is the population of Vavdi (Sutra)?
Vavdi (Sutra) has a total population of 2,557, including 1,272 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Vavdi (Sutra)?
There are 437 households in Vavdi (Sutra).
What is the literacy rate in Vavdi (Sutra)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavdi (Sutra) is 63.16%. Male literacy is 74.21% and female literacy is 52.22%.