Vanka - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Vanka is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Khanpur and around 70 km from Godhra. Bhadrod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanka is 517845. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.34 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vanka
According to the 2011 Census, Vanka village had a total population of 309 people, including 156 males and 153 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.99%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 66.43%.
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 | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 135 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 21 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Vanka
Vanka 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 Vanka
Public transport in the Vanka 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 Lunawada to Vanka is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Vanka is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vanka
Where is Vanka located?
Vanka village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Vanka is Bhadrod.
What is the pincode of Vanka?
The pincode of Vanka is 389230.
What is the population of Vanka?
Vanka had a total population of 309, including 156 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Vanka?
Vanka had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanka was 80.99%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 66.43%.