Vanka - Nizar, Tapi
Vanka is a village situated in the Nizar taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizar and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Vanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanka is 524473. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.34 hectares and falls under the 394370 pincode. Nandarbar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Vanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Vanka
Vanka 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 Vanka
Vanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Vanka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandarbar to Vanka is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Vanka is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanka 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vanka
Where is Vanka located?
Vanka village is located in Nizar Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanka?
Vanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vanka?
The pincode of Vanka is 394370.