Vaghasia
Vaghasia is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Vaghasia village is also a gram panchayat.
Vaghasia has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vaghasia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaghasia is 512794. The village spans a total geographical area of 2089.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Vaghasia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vaghasia 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 Wankaner 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.
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Population of Vaghasia
Below is a concise population overview of Vaghasia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,212 | 1,122 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 167 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 105 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,375 | 805 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 837 | 317 | 520 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vaghasia village:
- The total population of Vaghasia village is around 2,212, including approximately 1,122 males and 1,090 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Vaghasia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vaghasia village has 217 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Vaghasia village is about 62.16%, with male literacy at 71.75% and female literacy at 52.29%.
- There are around 396 households in Vaghasia village.
Connectivity of Vaghasia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaghasia. As per the 2011 stats, Vaghasia 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaghasia
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaghasia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaghasia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaghasia
- Where is Vaghasia located?
- Vaghasia village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaghasia?
- Vaghasia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vaghasia?
- The pincode of Vaghasia is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaghasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaghasia is 2,212, with 1,122 males and 1,090 females.
- How many households are there in Vaghasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaghasia village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaghasia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaghasia is 62.16%. The male literacy rate is 71.75%, while the female literacy rate is 52.29%.