Vaghgadh - Tankara, Morbi
Vaghgadh is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Tankara and around 54 km from Rajkot. Vaghgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghgadh is 512732. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.4 hectares and falls under the 363650 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Vaghgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghgadh
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghgadh village had a total population of 495 people, including 244 males and 251 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 55.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 495 | 244 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 199 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 45 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghgadh
Vaghgadh 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 Vaghgadh
Public transport in the Vaghgadh 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 Maliya to Vaghgadh is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vaghgadh is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghgadh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaghgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghgadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghgadh
Where is Vaghgadh located?
Vaghgadh village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghgadh?
Vaghgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghgadh?
The pincode of Vaghgadh is 363650.
What is the population of Vaghgadh?
Vaghgadh had a total population of 495, including 244 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Vaghgadh?
Vaghgadh had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghgadh was 71.12%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 55.74%.