Vankda
Vankda is a village located in Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Vijaynagar (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Vankda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vankda unique in its vibrant Vijaynagar-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Vankda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vankda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vankda is 509904. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383462. Vijaynagar is nearest town to Vankda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Vankda
Population of Vankda
According to the 2011 Census, Vankda has a total population of about 1,713, with approximately 860 males and 853 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 184 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,529. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.70%, with male literacy at about 81.74% and female literacy near 57.56%. There are around 342 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vankda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,713 | 860 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 138 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,529 | 763 | 766 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 703 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 157 | 362 |
Connectivity of Vankda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vankda. As per the 2011 stats, Vankda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vankda
Knowing the nearby villages of Vankda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vankda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vankda
- Where is Vankda located?
- Vankda village is situated in Vijaynagar Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vankda?
- Vankda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vankda?
- The pincode of Vankda is 383462, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vankda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vankda is 1,713, with 860 males and 853 females.
- How many households are there in Vankda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vankda village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vankda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vankda is 69.70%. The male literacy rate is 81.74%, while the female literacy rate is 57.56%.