Vavdi - Dhrangadhra, Surendranagar
Vavdi is a village situated in the Dhrangadhra taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrangadhra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vavdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vavdi is 512030. The village covers a total geographical area of 2620.55 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Vavdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vavdi
As per Census 2011, Vavdi village has a total population of 3,195 people, consisting of 1,629 males and 1,566 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 1,346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vavdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,195 | 1,629 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 249 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 199 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,107 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,346 | 522 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Vavdi
Vavdi 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 Vavdi
Public transport in the Vavdi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vavdi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrangadhra to Vavdi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vavdi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vavdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vavdi 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 Vavdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vavdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vavdi
Where is Vavdi located?
Vavdi village is located in Dhrangadhra Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vavdi?
Vavdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vavdi?
The pincode of Vavdi is 363310.
What is the population of Vavdi?
Vavdi has a total population of 3,195, including 1,629 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Vavdi?
There are 571 households in Vavdi.
What is the literacy rate in Vavdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vavdi is 57.87%. Male literacy is 67.96% and female literacy is 47.38%.