Vaso - Galteshwar, Kheda
Vaso is a village situated in the Galteshwar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Thasra and around 62 km from Nadiad. Vaso village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaso is 517718. The village covers a total geographical area of 1084.98 hectares and falls under the 388245 pincode. Thasra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Vaso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaso
As per Census 2011, Vaso village has a total population of 6,334 people, consisting of 3,335 males and 2,999 females. The village has 1,177 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 858 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,216 literate and 2,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaso are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,334 | 3,335 | 2,999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 858 | 458 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 260 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,216 | 2,521 | 1,695 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,118 | 814 | 1,304 |
Nearby Villages of Vaso
Vaso 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 Vaso
Public transport in the Vaso is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vaso.
| 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 Thasra to Vaso is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Vaso is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaso 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 Vaso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaso village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaso
Where is Vaso located?
Vaso village is located in Galteshwar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaso?
Vaso is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaso?
The pincode of Vaso is 388245.
What is the population of Vaso?
Vaso has a total population of 6,334, including 3,335 males and 2,999 females.
How many households are there in Vaso?
There are 1,177 households in Vaso.
What is the literacy rate in Vaso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaso is 66.56%. Male literacy is 75.59% and female literacy is 56.52%.