Vara - Raah, Vav-Tharad
Vara is a village situated in the Raah taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Tharad and around 125 km from Palanpur. Vara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vara is 507487. The village covers a total geographical area of 962.31 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vara
As per Census 2011, Vara village has a total population of 2,405 people, consisting of 1,245 males and 1,160 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,079 literate and 1,326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,405 | 1,245 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 281 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 358 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 719 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 526 | 800 |
Transport and Connectivity of Vara
Public transport in the Vara 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 Tharad to Vara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vara is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vara 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 Vara
Where is Vara located?
Vara village is located in Raah Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vara?
Vara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vara?
The pincode of Vara is 385565.
What is the population of Vara?
Vara has a total population of 2,405, including 1,245 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Vara?
There are 406 households in Vara.
What is the literacy rate in Vara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vara is 44.86%. Male literacy is 57.75% and female literacy is 31.03%.