Vavdi - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Vavdi is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Vavdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vavdi is 513291. The village covers a total geographical area of 1954.86 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vavdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vavdi
As per Census 2011, Vavdi village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 1,051 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,378 literate and 714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vavdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,041 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 121 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 1,378 | 742 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 299 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Vavdi
Vavdi 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 Vavdi
Vavdi 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 | 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 Gondal to Vavdi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vavdi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vavdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vavdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vavdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vavdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vavdi
Where is Vavdi located?
Vavdi village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vavdi?
Vavdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vavdi?
The pincode of Vavdi is 360405.
What is the population of Vavdi?
Vavdi has a total population of 2,092, including 1,041 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Vavdi?
There are 441 households in Vavdi.
What is the literacy rate in Vavdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavdi is 65.87%. Male literacy is 71.28% and female literacy is 60.51%.