Vaktapura - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Vaktapura is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Vaktapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaktapura is 507641. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.69 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Vaktapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaktapura
As per Census 2011, Vaktapura village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 768 males and 741 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaktapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 768 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 142 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 445 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 323 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Vaktapura
Vaktapura 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 Vaktapura
Vaktapura 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 Dhanera to Vaktapura is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vaktapura is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaktapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaktapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vaktapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaktapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vaktapura
Where is Vaktapura located?
Vaktapura village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaktapura?
Vaktapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaktapura?
The pincode of Vaktapura is 385545.
What is the population of Vaktapura?
Vaktapura has a total population of 1,509, including 768 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Vaktapura?
There are 269 households in Vaktapura.
What is the literacy rate in Vaktapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaktapura is 46.12%. Male literacy is 57.94% and female literacy is 33.87%.