Vada - Manavadar, Junagadh
Vada is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Vada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vada is 514356. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.3 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vada
As per Census 2011, Vada village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 290 males and 249 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vada are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vada
Vada 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 Vada
Vada 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manavadar to Vada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vada is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vada
Where is Vada located?
Vada village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vada?
Vada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vada?
The pincode of Vada is 362620.
What is the population of Vada?
Vada has a total population of 539, including 290 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Vada?
There are 131 households in Vada.
What is the literacy rate in Vada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vada is 60.85%. Male literacy is 67.24% and female literacy is 53.41%.