Vansa - Harij, Patan
Vansa is a village situated in the Harij taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harij and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Vansa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vansa is 508934. The village covers a total geographical area of 1966.15 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Vansa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vansa
According to the 2011 Census, Vansa village had a total population of 2,458 people, including 1,331 males and 1,127 females, living in 483 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.22%, with male literacy at 77.48% and female literacy at 46.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 2,458 | 1,331 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 181 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 891 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 440 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Vansa
Vansa 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 Vansa
Public transport in the Vansa 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 Harij to Vansa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Vansa is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vansa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vansa 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 Vansa
Where is Vansa located?
Vansa village is located in Harij Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vansa?
Vansa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vansa?
The pincode of Vansa is 384240.
What is the population of Vansa?
Vansa had a total population of 2,458, including 1,331 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Vansa?
Vansa had 483 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vansa was 63.22%. Male literacy was 77.48% and female literacy was 46.61%.