Vankal - Mangrol, Surat
Vankal is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Vankal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankal is 523848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080.74 hectares and falls under the 394430 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Vankal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vankal
As per Census 2011, Vankal village has a total population of 6,390 people, consisting of 3,213 males and 3,177 females. The village has 1,410 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,457 literate and 1,933 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vankal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,390 | 3,213 | 3,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 315 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,496 | 2,241 | 2,255 |
| Literate Population | 4,457 | 2,427 | 2,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,933 | 786 | 1,147 |
Nearby Villages of Vankal
Vankal 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 Vankal
Public transport in the Vankal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Surat to Vankal is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Vankal
Where is Vankal located?
Vankal village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankal?
Vankal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankal?
The pincode of Vankal is 394430.
What is the population of Vankal?
Vankal has a total population of 6,390, including 3,213 males and 3,177 females.
How many households are there in Vankal?
There are 1,410 households in Vankal.
What is the literacy rate in Vankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankal is 69.75%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 63.90%.