Veda - Vadali, Sabar Kantha
Veda is a village situated in the Vadali taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Babsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veda is 509973. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.84 hectares and falls under the 383434 pincode. Vadali is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Veda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veda
As per Census 2011, Veda village has a total population of 1,707 people, consisting of 881 males and 826 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,707 | 881 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 155 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 598 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 283 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Veda
Veda 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 Veda
Public transport in the Veda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Vadali to Veda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Veda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veda 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 Veda
Where is Veda located?
Veda village is located in Vadali Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veda?
The Gram Panchayat of Veda is Babsar.
What is the pincode of Veda?
The pincode of Veda is 383434.
What is the population of Veda?
Veda has a total population of 1,707, including 881 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Veda?
There are 346 households in Veda.
What is the literacy rate in Veda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veda is 55.13%. Male literacy is 67.88% and female literacy is 41.53%.