Vankda - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Vankda is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Vankda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankda is 509904. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.11 hectares and falls under the 383462 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vankda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vankda
As per Census 2011, Vankda village has a total population of 1,713 people, consisting of 860 males and 853 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,194 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,529 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vankda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vankda
Vankda 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 Vankda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Vankda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Vankda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vankda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vankda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vankda
Where is Vankda located?
Vankda village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankda?
Vankda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankda?
The pincode of Vankda is 383462.
What is the population of Vankda?
Vankda has a total population of 1,713, including 860 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Vankda?
There are 342 households in Vankda.
What is the literacy rate in Vankda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankda is 69.70%. Male literacy is 81.74% and female literacy is 57.56%.