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)
According to the 2011 Census, Vavdi (Sutra) village had a total population of 2,557 people, including 1,272 males and 1,285 females, living in 437 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.74%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 59.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 674.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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) had a total population of 2,557, including 1,272 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Vavdi (Sutra)?
Vavdi (Sutra) had 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vavdi (Sutra)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavdi (Sutra) was 70.74%. Male literacy was 82.16% and female literacy was 59.17%.