Vadala - Talala, Gir Somnath
Vadala is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Talala and around 100 km from Junagadh. Vadala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadala is 514990. The village covers a total geographical area of 854.47 hectares and falls under the 362140 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Vadala 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 Vadala
As per Census 2011, Vadala village has a total population of 2,029 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 990 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,098 literate and 931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,029 | 1,039 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 190 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 628 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 411 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Vadala
Vadala 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 Vadala
Public transport in the Vadala 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 Vadala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vadala is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadala 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 Vadala
Where is Vadala located?
Vadala village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadala?
Vadala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadala?
The pincode of Vadala is 362140.
What is the population of Vadala?
Vadala has a total population of 2,029, including 1,039 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Vadala?
There are 311 households in Vadala.
What is the literacy rate in Vadala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadala is 54.12%. Male literacy is 60.44% and female literacy is 47.47%.