Vadodar - Dhoraji, Rajkot
Vadodar is a village situated in the Dhoraji taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhoraji and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Vadodar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadodar is 513398. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768.32 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Vadodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vadodar
As per Census 2011, Vadodar village has a total population of 3,346 people, consisting of 1,706 males and 1,640 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,569 literate and 777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadodar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,346 | 1,706 | 1,640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 201 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,569 | 1,422 | 1,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 284 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Vadodar
Vadodar 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 Vadodar
Vadodar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vadodar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Vadodar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vadodar is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadodar 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 Vadodar
Where is Vadodar located?
Vadodar village is located in Dhoraji Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadodar?
Vadodar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadodar?
The pincode of Vadodar is 360410.
What is the population of Vadodar?
Vadodar has a total population of 3,346, including 1,706 males and 1,640 females.
How many households are there in Vadodar?
There are 753 households in Vadodar.
What is the literacy rate in Vadodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadodar is 76.78%. Male literacy is 83.35% and female literacy is 69.94%.