Vastan - Mangrol, Surat
Vastan is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Jhankharda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vastan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vastan is 523852. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.74 hectares and falls under the 394112 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Vastan 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 Vastan
According to the 2011 Census, Vastan village had a total population of 1,267 people, including 905 males and 362 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.10%, with male literacy at 94.84% and female literacy at 80.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 618.
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 | 1,267 | 905 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 321 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 808 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 97 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Vastan
Vastan 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 Vastan
Public transport in the Vastan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surat to Vastan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vastan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vastan 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 Vastan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vastan 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 Vastan
Where is Vastan located?
Vastan village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vastan?
The Gram Panchayat of Vastan is Jhankharda.
What is the pincode of Vastan?
The pincode of Vastan is 394112.
What is the population of Vastan?
Vastan had a total population of 1,267, including 905 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Vastan?
Vastan had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vastan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vastan was 91.10%. Male literacy was 94.84% and female literacy was 80.27%.