Vodisang - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Vodisang is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Vodisang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vodisang is 513787. The village covers a total geographical area of 1481.25 hectares and falls under the 361013 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vodisang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vodisang
As per Census 2011, Vodisang village has a total population of 1,738 people, consisting of 896 males and 842 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vodisang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,738 | 896 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 122 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 615 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 281 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Vodisang
Vodisang 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 Vodisang
Vodisang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kalavad to Vodisang is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Vodisang is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vodisang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vodisang 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vodisang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vodisang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vodisang
Where is Vodisang located?
Vodisang village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vodisang?
Vodisang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vodisang?
The pincode of Vodisang is 361013.
What is the population of Vodisang?
Vodisang has a total population of 1,738, including 896 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Vodisang?
There are 324 households in Vodisang.
What is the literacy rate in Vodisang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vodisang is 64.15%. Male literacy is 68.64% and female literacy is 59.38%.