Vorakotda - Gondal, Rajkot
Vorakotda is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Vorakotda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vorakotda is 513245. The village covers a total geographical area of 1052.64 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Vorakotda 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 Vorakotda
As per Census 2011, Vorakotda village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 595 males and 544 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vorakotda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 595 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 719 | 413 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 182 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Vorakotda
Vorakotda 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 Vorakotda
Vorakotda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vorakotda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gondal to Vorakotda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vorakotda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vorakotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vorakotda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vorakotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vorakotda 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 Vorakotda
Where is Vorakotda located?
Vorakotda village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vorakotda?
Vorakotda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vorakotda?
The pincode of Vorakotda is 360311.
What is the population of Vorakotda?
Vorakotda has a total population of 1,139, including 595 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Vorakotda?
There are 210 households in Vorakotda.
What is the literacy rate in Vorakotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vorakotda is 63.13%. Male literacy is 69.41% and female literacy is 56.25%.