Vaval - Sami, Patan
Vaval is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Vaval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaval is 509002. The village covers a total geographical area of 682.43 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Vaval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaval
As per Census 2011, Vaval village has a total population of 1,045 people, consisting of 526 males and 519 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 586 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 526 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 367 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 159 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Vaval
Vaval 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 Vaval
Public transport in the Vaval is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Vaval is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Vaval is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaval 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaval
Where is Vaval located?
Vaval village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaval?
Vaval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaval?
The pincode of Vaval is 384245.
What is the population of Vaval?
Vaval has a total population of 1,045, including 526 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Vaval?
There are 202 households in Vaval.
What is the literacy rate in Vaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaval is 56.08%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 42.20%.