Vanala - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Vanala is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Jasdan and around 90 km from Rajkot. Vanala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanala is 513167. The village covers a total geographical area of 1237.82 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Vanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vanala
As per Census 2011, Vanala village has a total population of 994 people, consisting of 496 males and 498 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vanala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 994 | 496 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 75 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 312 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 184 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Vanala
Vanala 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 Vanala
Public transport in the Vanala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Vanala is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vanala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanala 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 Vanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vanala
Where is Vanala located?
Vanala village is located in Vinchchiya Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanala?
Vanala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vanala?
The pincode of Vanala is 360055.
What is the population of Vanala?
Vanala has a total population of 994, including 496 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Vanala?
There are 176 households in Vanala.
What is the literacy rate in Vanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanala is 53.82%. Male literacy is 62.90% and female literacy is 44.78%.