Vanaj - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Vanaj is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Jaleti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vanaj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanaj is 509909. The village covers a total geographical area of 993.76 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vanaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vanaj
According to the 2011 Census, Vanaj village had a total population of 446 people, including 219 males and 227 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 67.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 433.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 219 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 32 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 212 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 170 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 49 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Vanaj
Vanaj 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 Vanaj
Public transport in the Vanaj is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vanaj.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Vanaj is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vanaj is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanaj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vanaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanaj 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 Vanaj
Where is Vanaj located?
Vanaj village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vanaj?
The Gram Panchayat of Vanaj is Jaleti.
What is the pincode of Vanaj?
The pincode of Vanaj is 383460.
What is the population of Vanaj?
Vanaj had a total population of 446, including 219 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Vanaj?
Vanaj had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanaj was 79.61%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 67.61%.