Vekariya
Vekariya is a village located in Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Visavadar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Vekariya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vekariya unique in its vibrant Visavadar-Junagadh region. You’ll see Vekariya’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 Vekariya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vekariya is 514627. The village spans a total geographical area of 2102.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362130. Visavadar is nearest town to Vekariya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Vekariya
Population of Vekariya
According to the 2011 Census, Vekariya has a total population of about 3,000, with approximately 1,518 males and 1,482 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 324 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 497 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 64.67%, with male literacy at about 71.87% and female literacy near 57.29%. There are around 555 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vekariya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,000 | 1,518 | 1,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 158 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 253 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,940 | 1,091 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 427 | 633 |
Connectivity of Vekariya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vekariya. As per the 2011 stats, Vekariya 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vekariya
Knowing the nearby villages of Vekariya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vekariya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vekariya
- Where is Vekariya located?
- Vekariya village is situated in Visavadar Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vekariya?
- Vekariya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vekariya?
- The pincode of Vekariya is 362130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vekariya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vekariya is 3,000, with 1,518 males and 1,482 females.
- How many households are there in Vekariya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vekariya village has a total of 555 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vekariya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vekariya is 64.67%. The male literacy rate is 71.87%, while the female literacy rate is 57.29%.