Vijalasan - Danta, Banas Kantha
Vijalasan is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vijalasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijalasan is 507997. The village covers a total geographical area of 1758.26 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Vijalasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vijalasan
As per Census 2011, Vijalasan village has a total population of 1,915 people, consisting of 971 males and 944 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,194 literate and 721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijalasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,915 | 971 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 132 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 721 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 250 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Vijalasan
Vijalasan 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 Vijalasan
Vijalasan 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 Palanpur to Vijalasan is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijalasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijalasan 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 Vijalasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijalasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vijalasan
Where is Vijalasan located?
Vijalasan village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijalasan?
Vijalasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijalasan?
The pincode of Vijalasan is 385120.
What is the population of Vijalasan?
Vijalasan has a total population of 1,915, including 971 males and 944 females.
How many households are there in Vijalasan?
There are 376 households in Vijalasan.
What is the literacy rate in Vijalasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijalasan is 62.35%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 50.11%.