Vav - Talod, Sabar Kantha
Vav is a village situated in the Talod taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talod and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Vav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vav is 510684. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.14 hectares and falls under the 383305 pincode. Talod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prantij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vav
As per Census 2011, Vav village has a total population of 2,991 people, consisting of 1,541 males and 1,450 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,046 literate and 945 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,991 | 1,541 | 1,450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 229 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,046 | 1,220 | 826 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 321 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Vav
Vav 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 Vav
Public transport in the Vav 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 Talod to Vav is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vav is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vav
Where is Vav located?
Vav village is located in Talod Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vav?
Vav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vav?
The pincode of Vav is 383305.
What is the population of Vav?
Vav has a total population of 2,991, including 1,541 males and 1,450 females.
How many households are there in Vav?
There are 583 households in Vav.
What is the literacy rate in Vav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vav is 68.41%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 56.97%.