Vastadi - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Vastadi is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vastadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vastadi is 512247. The village covers a total geographical area of 2907.06 hectares and falls under the 363410 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Vastadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vastadi
According to the 2011 Census, Vastadi village had a total population of 6,056 people, including 3,131 males and 2,925 females, living in 1,189 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.06%, with male literacy at 77.61% and female literacy at 55.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 6,056 | 3,131 | 2,925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 841 | 438 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 213 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,497 | 2,090 | 1,407 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,559 | 1,041 | 1,518 |
Nearby Villages of Vastadi
Vastadi 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 Vastadi
Vastadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wadhwan to Vastadi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vastadi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vastadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vastadi 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 Vastadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vastadi 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 Vastadi
Where is Vastadi located?
Vastadi village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vastadi?
Vastadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vastadi?
The pincode of Vastadi is 363410.
What is the population of Vastadi?
Vastadi had a total population of 6,056, including 3,131 males and 2,925 females.
How many households are there in Vastadi?
Vastadi had 1,189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vastadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vastadi was 67.06%. Male literacy was 77.61% and female literacy was 55.79%.