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
According to the 2011 Census, Vadi village had a total population of 5,648 people, including 2,858 males and 2,790 females, living in 1,278 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.96%, with male literacy at 79.04% and female literacy at 62.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,468.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,648, including 2,858 males and 2,790 females.
How many households are there in Vadi?
Vadi had 1,278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadi was 70.96%. Male literacy was 79.04% and female literacy was 62.87%.