Vasai - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Vasai is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Vasai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasai is 509883. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.19 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Vasai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vasai
As per Census 2011, Vasai village has a total population of 1,083 people, consisting of 521 males and 562 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,069 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,083 | 521 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,069 | 514 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 403 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 118 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Vasai
Vasai 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 Vasai
Vasai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Vasai is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vasai is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vasai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vasai
Where is Vasai located?
Vasai village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasai?
Vasai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasai?
The pincode of Vasai is 383460.
What is the population of Vasai?
Vasai has a total population of 1,083, including 521 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Vasai?
There are 216 households in Vasai.
What is the literacy rate in Vasai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasai is 60.76%. Male literacy is 77.35% and female literacy is 45.37%.