Vantdau - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Vantdau is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 33 km from Tharad and around 123 km from Palanpur. Vantdau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vantdau is 507485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072.06 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Vantdau 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 Vantdau
As per Census 2011, Vantdau village has a total population of 2,733 people, consisting of 1,435 males and 1,298 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,400 literate and 1,333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vantdau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,435 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 246 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 272 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,400 | 923 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,333 | 512 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Vantdau
Vantdau 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 Vantdau
Vantdau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tharad to Vantdau is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vantdau is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vantdau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vantdau 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vantdau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vantdau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vantdau
Where is Vantdau located?
Vantdau village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vantdau?
Vantdau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vantdau?
The pincode of Vantdau is 385565.
What is the population of Vantdau?
Vantdau has a total population of 2,733, including 1,435 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Vantdau?
There are 463 households in Vantdau.
What is the literacy rate in Vantdau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vantdau is 51.23%. Male literacy is 64.32% and female literacy is 36.75%.