Vaghpur - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Vaghpur is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Bhiloda and around 56 km from Himatnagar. Vaghpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghpur is 510291. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.26 hectares and falls under the 383251 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 22 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 2,466 people, including 1,273 males and 1,193 females, living in 433 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.05%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 69.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,465.
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 | 2,466 | 1,273 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,465 | 1,272 | 1,193 |
| Literate Population | 1,668 | 952 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 321 | 477 |
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
Vaghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vaghpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiloda to Vaghpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Vaghpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaghpur
Where is Vaghpur located?
Vaghpur village is located in Shamlaji 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 383251.
What is the population of Vaghpur?
Vaghpur had a total population of 2,466, including 1,273 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Vaghpur?
Vaghpur had 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghpur was 78.05%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 69.31%.