Vagadiya - Muli, Surendranagar
Vagadiya is a village situated in the Muli taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vagadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vagadiya is 512298. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.44 hectares and falls under the 363530 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vagadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vagadiya
As per Census 2011, Vagadiya village has a total population of 3,087 people, consisting of 1,632 males and 1,455 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,408 literate and 1,679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vagadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,087 | 1,632 | 1,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 322 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 888 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,679 | 744 | 935 |
Nearby Villages of Vagadiya
Vagadiya 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 Vagadiya
Public transport in the Vagadiya is mainly available through bus services. Vagadiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surendranagar to Vagadiya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vagadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vagadiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vagadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vagadiya 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Vagadiya
Where is Vagadiya located?
Vagadiya village is located in Muli Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vagadiya?
Vagadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vagadiya?
The pincode of Vagadiya is 363530.
What is the population of Vagadiya?
Vagadiya has a total population of 3,087, including 1,632 males and 1,455 females.
How many households are there in Vagadiya?
There are 508 households in Vagadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Vagadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vagadiya is 45.61%. Male literacy is 54.41% and female literacy is 35.74%.