Vaghpara (Dumala) - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Vaghpara (Dumala) is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Vaghpara (Dumala) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghpara (Dumala) is 522200. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.72 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Vaghpara (Dumala) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vaghpara (Dumala)
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghpara (Dumala) village had a total population of 4,032 people, including 2,039 males and 1,993 females, living in 845 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.42%, with male literacy at 85.12% and female literacy at 73.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,730.
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 | 4,032 | 2,039 | 1,993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 265 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,730 | 852 | 878 |
| Literate Population | 2,786 | 1,510 | 1,276 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,246 | 529 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghpara (Dumala)
Vaghpara (Dumala) 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 Vaghpara (Dumala)
Public transport in the Vaghpara (Dumala) 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 Rajpipla to Vaghpara (Dumala) is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Vaghpara (Dumala) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghpara (Dumala)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghpara (Dumala) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaghpara (Dumala)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghpara (Dumala) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vaghpara (Dumala)
Where is Vaghpara (Dumala) located?
Vaghpara (Dumala) village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghpara (Dumala)?
Vaghpara (Dumala) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghpara (Dumala)?
The pincode of Vaghpara (Dumala) is 393110.
What is the population of Vaghpara (Dumala)?
Vaghpara (Dumala) had a total population of 4,032, including 2,039 males and 1,993 females.
How many households are there in Vaghpara (Dumala)?
Vaghpara (Dumala) had 845 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghpara (Dumala)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghpara (Dumala) was 79.42%. Male literacy was 85.12% and female literacy was 73.59%.