Vad
Vad is a village located in Chikhli taluka of Navsari district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Navsari. As per 2009 stats, Vad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vad unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Navsari region. You’ll see Vad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vad is 523105. The village spans a total geographical area of 1365.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396040. Chikhli is nearest town to Vad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Vad
Population of Vad
According to the 2011 Census, Vad has a total population of about 6,090, with approximately 3,058 males and 3,032 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 609 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5,260. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.87%, with male literacy at about 76.95% and female literacy near 64.74%. There are around 1,311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,090 | 3,058 | 3,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 293 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,260 | 2,644 | 2,616 |
| Literate Population | 4,316 | 2,353 | 1,963 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,774 | 705 | 1,069 |
Connectivity of Vad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vad. As per the 2011 stats, Vad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vad
- Where is Vad located?
- Vad village is situated in Chikhli Taluka, within the Navsari district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vad?
- Vad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vad?
- The pincode of Vad is 396040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vad is 6,090, with 3,058 males and 3,032 females.
- How many households are there in Vad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vad village has a total of 1,311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vad is 70.87%. The male literacy rate is 76.95%, while the female literacy rate is 64.74%.