Vekri
Vekri is a village located in Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Manavadar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Vekri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vekri unique in its vibrant Manavadar-Junagadh region. You’ll see Vekri’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 Vekri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vekri is 514357. The village spans a total geographical area of 1080.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362620. Kutiyana is nearest town to Vekri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vekri 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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vekri
Population of Vekri
According to the 2011 Census, Vekri has a total population of about 2,532, with approximately 1,309 males and 1,223 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.76%, with male literacy at about 74.79% and female literacy near 56.09%. There are around 514 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vekri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,532 | 1,309 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 132 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,665 | 979 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 330 | 537 |
Connectivity of Vekri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vekri. As per the 2011 stats, Vekri 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 Vekri
Knowing the nearby villages of Vekri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vekri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vekri
- Where is Vekri located?
- Vekri village is situated in Manavadar Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vekri?
- Vekri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vekri?
- The pincode of Vekri is 362620, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vekri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vekri is 2,532, with 1,309 males and 1,223 females.
- How many households are there in Vekri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vekri village has a total of 514 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vekri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vekri is 65.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.79%, while the female literacy rate is 56.09%.