Vasarda - Vav, Vav-Tharad
Vasarda is a village situated in the Vav taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Vav and around 120 km from Palanpur. Vasarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasarda is 507441. The village covers a total geographical area of 1615.24 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vasarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasarda
As per Census 2011, Vasarda village has a total population of 2,608 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,265 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 1,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 620 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,608 | 1,343 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 245 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 327 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 723 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 620 | 865 |
Nearby Villages of Vasarda
Vasarda 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 Vasarda
Vasarda 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 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 Vasarda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vasarda 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 Vasarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vasarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasarda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vasarda
Where is Vasarda located?
Vasarda village is located in Vav Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasarda?
Vasarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasarda?
The pincode of Vasarda is 385575.
What is the population of Vasarda?
Vasarda has a total population of 2,608, including 1,343 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Vasarda?
There are 447 households in Vasarda.
What is the literacy rate in Vasarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasarda is 43.06%. Male literacy is 53.83% and female literacy is 31.62%.