Vankod - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Vankod is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Vankod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankod is 518807. The village covers a total geographical area of 711.76 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vankod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vankod
As per Census 2011, Vankod village has a total population of 3,602 people, consisting of 1,868 males and 1,734 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,569 literate and 2,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vankod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,602 | 1,868 | 1,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 325 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,227 | 1,664 | 1,563 |
| Literate Population | 1,569 | 948 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,033 | 920 | 1,113 |
Nearby Villages of Vankod
Vankod 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 Vankod
Public transport in the Vankod 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 Halol to Vankod is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Vankod is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankod 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 Vankod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vankod
Where is Vankod located?
Vankod village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankod?
Vankod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankod?
The pincode of Vankod is 389380.
What is the population of Vankod?
Vankod has a total population of 3,602, including 1,868 males and 1,734 females.
How many households are there in Vankod?
There are 460 households in Vankod.
What is the literacy rate in Vankod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankod is 43.56%. Male literacy is 50.75% and female literacy is 35.81%.