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
According to the 2011 Census, Vasai village had a total population of 1,083 people, including 521 males and 562 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.37%, with male literacy at 91.38% and female literacy at 53.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,069.
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 | 1,083 | 521 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,083, including 521 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Vasai?
Vasai had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vasai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasai was 71.37%. Male literacy was 91.38% and female literacy was 53.01%.