Vakrant Amba - Umarpada, Surat
Vakrant Amba is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Jumawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vakrant Amba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vakrant Amba is 523940. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.9 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Vakrant Amba 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 Vakrant Amba
According to the 2011 Census, Vakrant Amba village had a total population of 486 people, including 250 males and 236 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.40%, with male literacy at 80.37% and female literacy at 57.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 486.
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 | 486 | 250 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 250 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 172 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 78 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Vakrant Amba
Vakrant Amba 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 Vakrant Amba
Vakrant Amba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vakrant Amba is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Vakrant Amba is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vakrant Amba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vakrant Amba 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vakrant Amba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vakrant Amba 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vakrant Amba
Where is Vakrant Amba located?
Vakrant Amba village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vakrant Amba?
The Gram Panchayat of Vakrant Amba is Jumawadi.
What is the pincode of Vakrant Amba?
The pincode of Vakrant Amba is 394445.
What is the population of Vakrant Amba?
Vakrant Amba had a total population of 486, including 250 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Vakrant Amba?
Vakrant Amba had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vakrant Amba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vakrant Amba was 69.40%. Male literacy was 80.37% and female literacy was 57.71%.