Vadi - Umarpada, Surat
Vadi is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Vadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadi is 523895. The village covers a total geographical area of 1457.77 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Vadi 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 Vadi
As per Census 2011, Vadi village has a total population of 5,648 people, consisting of 2,858 males and 2,790 females. The village has 1,278 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 697 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,513 literate and 2,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,468 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,648 | 2,858 | 2,790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 697 | 382 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,468 | 2,756 | 2,712 |
| Literate Population | 3,513 | 1,957 | 1,556 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,135 | 901 | 1,234 |
Nearby Villages of Vadi
Vadi 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 Vadi
Vadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Vadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Vadi is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadi
Where is Vadi located?
Vadi village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadi?
Vadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadi?
The pincode of Vadi is 394440.
What is the population of Vadi?
Vadi has a total population of 5,648, including 2,858 males and 2,790 females.
How many households are there in Vadi?
There are 1,278 households in Vadi.
What is the literacy rate in Vadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadi is 62.20%. Male literacy is 68.47% and female literacy is 55.77%.