Vadi - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Vadi is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Lunawada and around 50 km from Godhra. Golana Palla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadi is 518196. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.26 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadi
According to the 2011 Census, Vadi village had a total population of 458 people, including 243 males and 215 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.50%, with male literacy at 85.31% and female literacy at 62.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 458 | 243 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 73 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 180 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 63 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Vadi
Vadi 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 Vadi
Vadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Vadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Vadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadi 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 Vadi
Where is Vadi located?
Vadi village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadi is Golana Palla.
What is the pincode of Vadi?
The pincode of Vadi is 389230.
What is the population of Vadi?
Vadi had a total population of 458, including 243 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Vadi?
Vadi had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadi was 74.50%. Male literacy was 85.31% and female literacy was 62.69%.