Vadgam - Dasada, Surendranagar
Vadgam is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vadgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgam is 512099. The village covers a total geographical area of 3970.64 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 2 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 Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgam
According to the 2011 Census, Vadgam village had a total population of 3,973 people, including 2,041 males and 1,932 females, living in 877 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.92%, with male literacy at 90.61% and female literacy at 64.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 939.
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 | 3,973 | 2,041 | 1,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 231 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 486 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,739 | 1,640 | 1,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,234 | 401 | 833 |
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
Vadgam 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patdi to Vadgam is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vadgam is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vadgam
Where is Vadgam located?
Vadgam village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vadgam?
Vadgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadgam?
The pincode of Vadgam is 363750.
What is the population of Vadgam?
Vadgam had a total population of 3,973, including 2,041 males and 1,932 females.
How many households are there in Vadgam?
Vadgam had 877 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgam was 77.92%. Male literacy was 90.61% and female literacy was 64.46%.