Vadasda - Manavadar, Junagadh
Vadasda is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Vadasda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadasda is 514351. The village covers a total geographical area of 1285.68 hectares and falls under the 360490 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vadasda 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 Vadasda
As per Census 2011, Vadasda village has a total population of 2,017 people, consisting of 1,045 males and 972 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,251 literate and 766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadasda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,017 | 1,045 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 110 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 730 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 315 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Vadasda
Vadasda 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 Vadasda
Vadasda 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 Vadasda.
| 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 Kutiyana to Vadasda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vadasda is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadasda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadasda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadasda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadasda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadasda
Where is Vadasda located?
Vadasda village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadasda?
Vadasda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadasda?
The pincode of Vadasda is 360490.
What is the population of Vadasda?
Vadasda has a total population of 2,017, including 1,045 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Vadasda?
There are 431 households in Vadasda.
What is the literacy rate in Vadasda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadasda is 62.02%. Male literacy is 69.86% and female literacy is 53.60%.