Vovar - Mundra, Kachchh
Vovar is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Vavar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vovar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vovar is 507309. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026.83 hectares and falls under the 370410 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Vovar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vovar
According to the 2011 Census, Vovar village had a total population of 1,336 people, including 689 males and 647 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.56%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 59.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,336 | 689 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 103 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 477 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 212 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Vovar
Vovar 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 Vovar
Public transport in the Vovar 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 Mundra to Vovar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Vovar is about 75 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 Vovar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vovar 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 Vovar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vovar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vovar
Where is Vovar located?
Vovar village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vovar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vovar is Vavar.
What is the pincode of Vovar?
The pincode of Vovar is 370410.
What is the population of Vovar?
Vovar had a total population of 1,336, including 689 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Vovar?
Vovar had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vovar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vovar was 70.56%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 59.25%.