Vaspada - Vanthali, Junagadh
Vaspada is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Vaspada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaspada is 514451. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.1 hectares and falls under the 362215 pincode. Vanthali is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Vaspada 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 Vaspada
As per Census 2011, Vaspada village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 477 males and 419 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaspada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 477 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 151 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 380 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 97 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Vaspada
Vaspada 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 Vaspada
Public transport in the Vaspada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vanthali to Vaspada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Vaspada is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaspada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaspada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaspada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaspada 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 Vaspada
Where is Vaspada located?
Vaspada village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaspada?
Vaspada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaspada?
The pincode of Vaspada is 362215.
What is the population of Vaspada?
Vaspada has a total population of 896, including 477 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Vaspada?
There are 205 households in Vaspada.
What is the literacy rate in Vaspada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaspada is 73.44%. Male literacy is 79.66% and female literacy is 66.35%.