Ved - Halol, Panch Mahals
Ved is a village situated in the Halol taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halol and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Dhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ved village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ved is 518849. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.46 hectares and falls under the 389370 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ved village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ved
According to the 2011 Census, Ved village had a total population of 1,875 people, including 962 males and 913 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.84%, with male literacy at 65.55% and female literacy at 37.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,050.
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 | 1,875 | 962 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 129 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,050 | 540 | 510 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 546 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 416 | 628 |
Nearby Villages of Ved
Ved 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 Ved
Ved 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 Halol to Ved is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Ved is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ved
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ved village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ved
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ved 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 Ved
Where is Ved located?
Ved village is located in Halol Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ved?
The Gram Panchayat of Ved is Dhariya.
What is the pincode of Ved?
The pincode of Ved is 389370.
What is the population of Ved?
Ved had a total population of 1,875, including 962 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Ved?
Ved had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ved?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ved was 51.84%. Male literacy was 65.55% and female literacy was 37.01%.