Vankla - Mandvi, Surat
Vankla is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Vankla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankla is 524063. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.06 hectares and falls under the 394651 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Vankla 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 Vankla
As per Census 2011, Vankla village has a total population of 1,163 people, consisting of 568 males and 595 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 630 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,059 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vankla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,163 | 568 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,059 | 514 | 545 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 341 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 227 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Vankla
Vankla 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 Vankla
Vankla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Vankla is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Vankla is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vankla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vankla
Where is Vankla located?
Vankla village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankla?
Vankla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankla?
The pincode of Vankla is 394651.
What is the population of Vankla?
Vankla has a total population of 1,163, including 568 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Vankla?
There are 283 households in Vankla.
What is the literacy rate in Vankla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankla is 54.17%. Male literacy is 60.04% and female literacy is 48.57%.