Vankaneda - Desar, Vadodara
Vankaneda is a village situated in the Desar taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Savli and around 77 km from Vadodara. Vankaneda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankaneda is 519709. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.62 hectares and falls under the 391774 pincode. Kalol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vankaneda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vankaneda
As per Census 2011, Vankaneda village has a total population of 1,543 people, consisting of 834 males and 709 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vankaneda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,543 | 834 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 659 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 175 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Vankaneda
Vankaneda 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 Vankaneda
Vankaneda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kalol to Vankaneda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Vankaneda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankaneda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankaneda 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 Vankaneda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankaneda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vankaneda
Where is Vankaneda located?
Vankaneda village is located in Desar Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankaneda?
Vankaneda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankaneda?
The pincode of Vankaneda is 391774.
What is the population of Vankaneda?
Vankaneda has a total population of 1,543, including 834 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Vankaneda?
There are 338 households in Vankaneda.
What is the literacy rate in Vankaneda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankaneda is 63.90%. Male literacy is 79.02% and female literacy is 46.12%.