Vaghasan - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Vaghasan is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Tharad and around 120 km from Palanpur. Vaghasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghasan is 507490. The village covers a total geographical area of 1647.51 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vaghasan 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 Vaghasan
As per Census 2011, Vaghasan village has a total population of 3,543 people, consisting of 1,858 males and 1,685 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 689 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,608 literate and 1,935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaghasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,543 | 1,858 | 1,685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 364 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 201 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,608 | 1,064 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,935 | 794 | 1,141 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghasan
Vaghasan 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 Vaghasan
Public transport in the Vaghasan is mainly available through bus 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 Tharad to Vaghasan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vaghasan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaghasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghasan
Where is Vaghasan located?
Vaghasan village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghasan?
Vaghasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghasan?
The pincode of Vaghasan is 385566.
What is the population of Vaghasan?
Vaghasan has a total population of 3,543, including 1,858 males and 1,685 females.
How many households are there in Vaghasan?
There are 543 households in Vaghasan.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghasan is 45.39%. Male literacy is 57.27% and female literacy is 32.28%.