Vadwala
Vadwala is a village located in Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jamjodhapur (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Vadwala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadwala unique in its vibrant Jamjodhpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Vadwala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vadwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadwala is 514156. The village spans a total geographical area of 954.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360531. Jamjodhpur is nearest town to Vadwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadwala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vadwala
Population of Vadwala
According to the 2011 Census, Vadwala has a total population of about 1,536, with approximately 793 males and 743 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 571. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.32%, with male literacy at about 64.82% and female literacy near 47.24%. There are around 230 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,536 | 793 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 571 | 294 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 514 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 279 | 392 |
Connectivity of Vadwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadwala. As per the 2011 stats, Vadwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Vadwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadwala
- Where is Vadwala located?
- Vadwala village is situated in Jamjodhpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadwala?
- Vadwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadwala?
- The pincode of Vadwala is 360531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadwala is 1,536, with 793 males and 743 females.
- How many households are there in Vadwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadwala village has a total of 230 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadwala is 56.32%. The male literacy rate is 64.82%, while the female literacy rate is 47.24%.