Vavaniya - Maliya, Morbi
Vavaniya is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from Maliya and around 95 km from Rajkot. Vavaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vavaniya is 512611. The village covers a total geographical area of 1963.75 hectares and falls under the 363660 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vavaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vavaniya
As per Census 2011, Vavaniya village has a total population of 4,356 people, consisting of 2,281 males and 2,075 females. The village has 847 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,935 literate and 2,421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vavaniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,356 | 2,281 | 2,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 395 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 72 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,935 | 1,255 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,421 | 1,026 | 1,395 |
Nearby Villages of Vavaniya
Vavaniya 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 Vavaniya
Vavaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vavaniya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Morvi to Vavaniya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vavaniya is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vavaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vavaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vavaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vavaniya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vavaniya
Where is Vavaniya located?
Vavaniya village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vavaniya?
Vavaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vavaniya?
The pincode of Vavaniya is 363660.
What is the population of Vavaniya?
Vavaniya has a total population of 4,356, including 2,281 males and 2,075 females.
How many households are there in Vavaniya?
There are 847 households in Vavaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Vavaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavaniya is 44.42%. Male literacy is 55.02% and female literacy is 32.77%.