Vakota
Vakota is a village located in Dhanpur taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanpur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Vakota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vakota unique in its vibrant Dhanpur-Dohad region. You’ll see Vakota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vakota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakota is 519643. The village spans a total geographical area of 665.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389382. Dohad is nearest town to Vakota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vakota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Garbada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dahod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vakota
Population of Vakota
According to the 2011 Census, Vakota has a total population of about 2,919, with approximately 1,430 males and 1,489 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 710 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,917. The overall literacy rate is approximately 19.46%, with male literacy at about 25.03% and female literacy near 14.10%. There are around 391 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vakota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,919 | 1,430 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 710 | 338 | 372 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,917 | 1,428 | 1,489 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 358 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,351 | 1,072 | 1,279 |
Connectivity of Vakota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakota. As per the 2011 stats, Vakota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vakota
Knowing the nearby villages of Vakota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vakota
- Where is Vakota located?
- Vakota village is situated in Dhanpur Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vakota?
- Vakota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vakota?
- The pincode of Vakota is 389382, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vakota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakota is 2,919, with 1,430 males and 1,489 females.
- How many households are there in Vakota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vakota village has a total of 391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vakota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakota is 19.46%. The male literacy rate is 25.03%, while the female literacy rate is 14.10%.