Vav - Satlasana, Mahesana
Vav is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visnagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Vav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vav is 509172. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.47 hectares and falls under the 384330 pincode. Visnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Vav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vav
According to the 2011 Census, Vav village had a total population of 3,414 people, including 1,754 males and 1,660 females, living in 727 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.89%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 70.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 3,414 | 1,754 | 1,660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 275 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 148 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,332 | 1,320 | 1,012 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 434 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Vav
Vav 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 Vav
Vav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vav has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visnagar to Vav is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Vav 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 Vav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vav 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vav
Where is Vav located?
Vav village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vav?
Vav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vav?
The pincode of Vav is 384330.
What is the population of Vav?
Vav had a total population of 3,414, including 1,754 males and 1,660 females.
How many households are there in Vav?
Vav had 727 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vav was 79.89%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 70.28%.