Vandarvela - Bansda, Navsari
Vandarvela is a village situated in the Bansda taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Vandarvela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vandarvela is 523177. The village covers a total geographical area of 1537.45 hectares and falls under the 396540 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Vandarvela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vandarvela
As per Census 2011, Vandarvela village has a total population of 7,511 people, consisting of 3,781 males and 3,730 females. The village has 1,642 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 660 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,367 literate and 2,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,474 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vandarvela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,511 | 3,781 | 3,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 660 | 351 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,474 | 3,255 | 3,219 |
| Literate Population | 5,367 | 2,943 | 2,424 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,144 | 838 | 1,306 |
Nearby Villages of Vandarvela
Vandarvela 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 Vandarvela
Vandarvela 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 | 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 Chikhli to Vandarvela is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Vandarvela is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vandarvela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vandarvela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vandarvela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vandarvela 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 Vandarvela
Where is Vandarvela located?
Vandarvela village is located in Bansda Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vandarvela?
Vandarvela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vandarvela?
The pincode of Vandarvela is 396540.
What is the population of Vandarvela?
Vandarvela has a total population of 7,511, including 3,781 males and 3,730 females.
How many households are there in Vandarvela?
There are 1,642 households in Vandarvela.
What is the literacy rate in Vandarvela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vandarvela is 71.46%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 64.99%.