Vadgam - Umarpada, Surat
Vadgam is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Khota Rampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgam is 523932. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.4 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Vadgam 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 Vadgam
As per Census 2011, Vadgam village has a total population of 3,404 people, consisting of 1,648 males and 1,756 females. The village has 700 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,954 literate and 1,450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,383 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,404 | 1,648 | 1,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 250 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,383 | 1,638 | 1,745 |
| Literate Population | 1,954 | 1,062 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,450 | 586 | 864 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgam
Vadgam 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 Vadgam
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Vadgam.
| 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 Vadgam is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Vadgam is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vadgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vadgam
Where is Vadgam located?
Vadgam village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadgam is Khota Rampura.
What is the pincode of Vadgam?
The pincode of Vadgam is 394445.
What is the population of Vadgam?
Vadgam has a total population of 3,404, including 1,648 males and 1,756 females.
How many households are there in Vadgam?
There are 700 households in Vadgam.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgam is 57.40%. Male literacy is 64.44% and female literacy is 50.80%.