Vajdi - Una, Gir Somnath
Vajdi is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Una and around 160 km from Junagadh. Vajdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vajdi is 515275. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.69 hectares and falls under the 362565 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vajdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vajdi
As per Census 2011, Vajdi village has a total population of 1,322 people, consisting of 653 males and 669 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 841 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vajdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,322 | 653 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 468 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 185 | 296 |
Transport and Connectivity of Vajdi
Vajdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vajdi.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Vajdi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vajdi is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vajdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vajdi 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 Vajdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vajdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vajdi
Where is Vajdi located?
Vajdi village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vajdi?
Vajdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vajdi?
The pincode of Vajdi is 362565.
What is the population of Vajdi?
Vajdi has a total population of 1,322, including 653 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Vajdi?
There are 224 households in Vajdi.
What is the literacy rate in Vajdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vajdi is 63.62%. Male literacy is 71.67% and female literacy is 55.75%.