Ved - Sami, Patan
Ved is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Ved village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ved is 508996. The village covers a total geographical area of 3575.09 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ved 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 Ved
According to the 2011 Census, Ved village had a total population of 3,016 people, including 1,544 males and 1,472 females, living in 594 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.96%, with male literacy at 62.48% and female literacy at 36.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 3,016 | 1,544 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 238 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,278 | 816 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,738 | 728 | 1,010 |
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
Public transport in the Ved 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 Radhanpur to Ved is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Ved is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ved
Where is Ved located?
Ved village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ved?
Ved is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ved?
The pincode of Ved is 384245.
What is the population of Ved?
Ved had a total population of 3,016, including 1,544 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Ved?
Ved had 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ved?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ved was 49.96%. Male literacy was 62.48% and female literacy was 36.90%.