Vandri - Dediapada, Narmada
Vandri is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Dumkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vandri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vandri is 521567. The village covers a total geographical area of 930.88 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Vandri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vandri
According to the 2011 Census, Vandri village had a total population of 1,307 people, including 660 males and 647 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.46%, with male literacy at 54.50% and female literacy at 29.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,305.
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 | 1,307 | 660 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 71 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,305 | 659 | 646 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 321 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 339 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Vandri
Vandri 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 Vandri
Vandri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dediapada to Vandri is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Vandri is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vandri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vandri 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 Vandri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vandri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vandri
Where is Vandri located?
Vandri village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vandri?
The Gram Panchayat of Vandri is Dumkhal.
What is the pincode of Vandri?
The pincode of Vandri is 393040.
What is the population of Vandri?
Vandri had a total population of 1,307, including 660 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Vandri?
Vandri had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vandri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vandri was 42.46%. Male literacy was 54.50% and female literacy was 29.58%.