Vartol - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Vartol is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Vartol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vartol is 509832. The village covers a total geographical area of 999.94 hectares and falls under the 383255 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Vartol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vartol
As per Census 2011, Vartol village has a total population of 1,821 people, consisting of 913 males and 908 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,159 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 708 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vartol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,821 | 913 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 161 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 708 | 354 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 1,159 | 629 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 284 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Vartol
Vartol 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 Vartol
Vartol 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Vartol is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vartol is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vartol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vartol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vartol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vartol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vartol
Where is Vartol located?
Vartol village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vartol?
Vartol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vartol?
The pincode of Vartol is 383255.
What is the population of Vartol?
Vartol has a total population of 1,821, including 913 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Vartol?
There are 343 households in Vartol.
What is the literacy rate in Vartol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vartol is 63.65%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 58.37%.