Valam - Visnagar, Mahesana
Valam is a village situated in the Visnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visnagar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Valam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valam is 509295. The village covers a total geographical area of 2357.66 hectares and falls under the 384310 pincode. Visnagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Valam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Valam
As per Census 2011, Valam village has a total population of 7,716 people, consisting of 3,954 males and 3,762 females. The village has 1,771 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 801 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,312 literate and 1,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,716 | 3,954 | 3,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 801 | 445 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,256 | 652 | 604 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 6,312 | 3,346 | 2,966 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,404 | 608 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Valam
Valam 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 Valam
Public transport in the Valam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Valam.
| 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 Visnagar to Valam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Valam is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valam 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 Valam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valam 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 Valam
Where is Valam located?
Valam village is located in Visnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valam?
Valam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valam?
The pincode of Valam is 384310.
What is the population of Valam?
Valam has a total population of 7,716, including 3,954 males and 3,762 females.
How many households are there in Valam?
There are 1,771 households in Valam.
What is the literacy rate in Valam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valam is 81.80%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 78.84%.