Vav - Desar, Vadodara
Vav is a village situated in the Desar taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Savli and around 58 km from Vadodara. Vav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vav is 519735. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.05 hectares and falls under the 391530 pincode. Kalol is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Vav 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 Vav
According to the 2011 Census, Vav village had a total population of 1,145 people, including 617 males and 528 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.70%, with male literacy at 94.39% and female literacy at 77.85%.
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 | 1,145 | 617 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 505 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 112 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Vav
Vav 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 Vav
Vav 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalol to Vav is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Vav is about 58 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 Vav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vav
Where is Vav located?
Vav village is located in Desar Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vav?
Vav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vav?
The pincode of Vav is 391530.
What is the population of Vav?
Vav had a total population of 1,145, including 617 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Vav?
Vav had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vav was 86.70%. Male literacy was 94.39% and female literacy was 77.85%.