Vasavad - Gondal, Rajkot
Vasavad is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Vasavad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasavad is 513253. The village covers a total geographical area of 2428.38 hectares and falls under the 360045 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vasavad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasavad
As per Census 2011, Vasavad village has a total population of 6,069 people, consisting of 3,131 males and 2,938 females. The village has 1,157 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,009 literate and 2,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasavad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,069 | 3,131 | 2,938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 348 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 190 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,009 | 2,266 | 1,743 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,060 | 865 | 1,195 |
Nearby Villages of Vasavad
Vasavad 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 Vasavad
Vasavad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Vasavad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vasavad is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasavad 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 Vasavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasavad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vasavad
Where is Vasavad located?
Vasavad village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasavad?
Vasavad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasavad?
The pincode of Vasavad is 360045.
What is the population of Vasavad?
Vasavad has a total population of 6,069, including 3,131 males and 2,938 females.
How many households are there in Vasavad?
There are 1,157 households in Vasavad.
What is the literacy rate in Vasavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasavad is 66.06%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 59.33%.