Vaghpur - Meghraj, Arvalli
Vaghpur is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Meghraj and around 85 km from Himatnagar. Vaghpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghpur is 510331. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.24 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vaghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghpur village had a total population of 533 people, including 270 males and 263 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.32%, with male literacy at 91.70% and female literacy at 60.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 270 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 210 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 60 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghpur
Vaghpur 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 Vaghpur
Public transport in the Vaghpur 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 Meghraj to Vaghpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vaghpur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghpur 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 Vaghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghpur
Where is Vaghpur located?
Vaghpur village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vaghpur?
Vaghpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghpur?
The pincode of Vaghpur is 383350.
What is the population of Vaghpur?
Vaghpur had a total population of 533, including 270 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Vaghpur?
Vaghpur had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghpur was 76.32%. Male literacy was 91.70% and female literacy was 60.79%.