Vada
Vada is a village located in Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Manavadar (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Vada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vada unique in its vibrant Manavadar-Junagadh region. You’ll see Vada’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 Vada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vada is 514356. The village spans a total geographical area of 568.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362620. Manavadar is nearest town to Vada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vada 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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vada
Population of Vada
According to the 2011 Census, Vada has a total population of about 539, with approximately 290 males and 249 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.85%, with male literacy at about 67.24% and female literacy near 53.41%. There are around 131 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 290 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 195 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 95 | 116 |
Connectivity of Vada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vada. As per the 2011 stats, Vada 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vada
Knowing the nearby villages of Vada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vada
- Where is Vada located?
- Vada village is situated in Manavadar Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vada?
- Vada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vada?
- The pincode of Vada is 362620, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vada is 539, with 290 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Vada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vada village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vada is 60.85%. The male literacy rate is 67.24%, while the female literacy rate is 53.41%.