Vandhiya - Bhachau, Kachchh
Vandhiya is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Vandhiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vandhiya is 506688. The village covers a total geographical area of 4598.02 hectares and falls under the 370150 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Vandhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vandhiya
As per Census 2011, Vandhiya village has a total population of 3,048 people, consisting of 1,514 males and 1,534 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,580 literate and 1,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vandhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,048 | 1,514 | 1,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 233 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 240 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,580 | 915 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 599 | 869 |
Nearby Villages of Vandhiya
Vandhiya 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 Vandhiya
Vandhiya 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 Bhachau to Vandhiya is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Vandhiya is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vandhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vandhiya 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 Vandhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vandhiya 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 Vandhiya
Where is Vandhiya located?
Vandhiya village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vandhiya?
Vandhiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vandhiya?
The pincode of Vandhiya is 370150.
What is the population of Vandhiya?
Vandhiya has a total population of 3,048, including 1,514 males and 1,534 females.
How many households are there in Vandhiya?
There are 685 households in Vandhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Vandhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vandhiya is 51.84%. Male literacy is 60.44% and female literacy is 43.35%.