Valasan

Valasan is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Valasan village is also a gram panchayat.

Valasan 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 Valasan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valasan is 512809. The village spans a total geographical area of 1653.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Valasan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Valasan 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 Valasan

Below is a concise population overview of Valasan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,723 1,339 1,384
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 429 232 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) 74 39 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,902 1,021 881
Illiterate Population 821 318 503

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Valasan village:

  • The total population of Valasan village is around 2,723, including approximately 1,339 males and 1,384 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 429 children aged 0–6 years in Valasan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Valasan village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Valasan village is about 69.85%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 63.66%.
  • There are around 493 households in Valasan village.

Connectivity of Valasan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valasan. As per the 2011 stats, Valasan 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 Valasan

Knowing the nearby villages of Valasan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valasan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Valasan

Where is Valasan located?
Valasan village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valasan?
Valasan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Valasan?
The pincode of Valasan is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valasan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valasan is 2,723, with 1,339 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Valasan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valasan village has a total of 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valasan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valasan is 69.85%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 63.66%.