Vadla - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Vadla is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vadla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadla is 512184. The village covers a total geographical area of 1451.14 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vadla 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 Vadla
According to the 2011 Census, Vadla village had a total population of 1,722 people, including 901 males and 821 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.60%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 39.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 1,722 | 901 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 176 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 542 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 359 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Vadla
Vadla 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 Vadla
Vadla 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 Viramgam to Vadla is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vadla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadla
Where is Vadla located?
Vadla village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadla?
Vadla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadla?
The pincode of Vadla is 363115.
What is the population of Vadla?
Vadla had a total population of 1,722, including 901 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Vadla?
Vadla had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadla was 57.60%. Male literacy was 74.76% and female literacy was 39.01%.