Vaghada - Dasada, Surendranagar
Vaghada is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vaghada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghada is 512122. The village covers a total geographical area of 1438.11 hectares and falls under the 382130 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vaghada 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 Vaghada
As per Census 2011, Vaghada village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 707 males and 692 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,068 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaghada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 707 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 575 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 132 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghada
Vaghada 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 Vaghada
Vaghada 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Vaghada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vaghada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaghada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghada
Where is Vaghada located?
Vaghada village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghada?
Vaghada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghada?
The pincode of Vaghada is 382130.
What is the population of Vaghada?
Vaghada has a total population of 1,399, including 707 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Vaghada?
There are 308 households in Vaghada.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghada is 76.34%. Male literacy is 81.33% and female literacy is 71.24%.