Vaghnera - Mandvi, Surat
Vaghnera is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Kakadva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaghnera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghnera is 524039. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.18 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Vaghnera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghnera
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghnera village had a total population of 466 people, including 227 males and 239 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.33%, with male literacy at 84.69% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 466 | 227 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 18 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 216 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 177 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 50 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghnera
Vaghnera 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 Vaghnera
Vaghnera 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 Mandvi to Vaghnera is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Vaghnera is about 67 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 Vaghnera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghnera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaghnera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghnera 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaghnera
Where is Vaghnera located?
Vaghnera village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghnera?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaghnera is Kakadva.
What is the pincode of Vaghnera?
The pincode of Vaghnera is 394160.
What is the population of Vaghnera?
Vaghnera had a total population of 466, including 227 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Vaghnera?
Vaghnera had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghnera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghnera was 77.33%. Male literacy was 84.69% and female literacy was 70.00%.