Vankda
Vankda is a village located in Morvi taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Morvi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Vankda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vankda unique in its vibrant Morvi-Rajkot region. You’ll see Vankda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vankda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vankda is 512675. The village spans a total geographical area of 1115.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363641. Maliya is nearest town to Vankda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vankda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vankda
Population of Vankda
According to the 2011 Census, Vankda has a total population of about 1,216, with approximately 627 males and 589 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 95 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.85%, with male literacy at about 81.82% and female literacy near 65.37%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vankda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 627 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 898 | 513 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 114 | 204 |
Connectivity of Vankda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vankda. As per the 2011 stats, Vankda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vankda
Knowing the nearby villages of Vankda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vankda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vankda
- Where is Vankda located?
- Vankda village is situated in Morvi Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vankda?
- Vankda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vankda?
- The pincode of Vankda is 363641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vankda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vankda is 1,216, with 627 males and 589 females.
- How many households are there in Vankda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vankda village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vankda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vankda is 73.85%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 65.37%.