Vasna (Vatam) - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Vasna (Vatam) is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Deesa and around 74 km from Palanpur. Amarapura (va) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vasna (Vatam) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasna (Vatam) is 508301. The village covers a total geographical area of 1627.02 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vasna (Vatam) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasna (Vatam)
As per Census 2011, Vasna (Vatam) village has a total population of 4,644 people, consisting of 2,448 males and 2,196 females. The village has 793 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 796 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,244 literate and 2,400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasna (Vatam) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,644 | 2,448 | 2,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 448 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 204 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 2,244 | 1,419 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,400 | 1,029 | 1,371 |
Nearby Villages of Vasna (Vatam)
Vasna (Vatam) 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 Vasna (Vatam)
Public transport in the Vasna (Vatam) is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Deesa to Vasna (Vatam) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vasna (Vatam) is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasna (Vatam)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasna (Vatam) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vasna (Vatam)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasna (Vatam) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vasna (Vatam)
Where is Vasna (Vatam) located?
Vasna (Vatam) village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasna (Vatam)?
The Gram Panchayat of Vasna (Vatam) is Amarapura (va).
What is the pincode of Vasna (Vatam)?
The pincode of Vasna (Vatam) is 385535.
What is the population of Vasna (Vatam)?
Vasna (Vatam) has a total population of 4,644, including 2,448 males and 2,196 females.
How many households are there in Vasna (Vatam)?
There are 793 households in Vasna (Vatam).
What is the literacy rate in Vasna (Vatam)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasna (Vatam) is 48.32%. Male literacy is 57.97% and female literacy is 37.57%.