Vaghas
Vaghas is a village located in Virpur taluka of Kheda district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Virpur (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Nadiad. As per 2009 stats, Vaghas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vaghas unique in its vibrant Virpur-Kheda region. You’ll see Vaghas’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 Vaghas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaghas is 517281. The village spans a total geographical area of 948.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 388260. Virpur is nearest town to Vaghas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Vaghas
Population of Vaghas
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghas has a total population of about 2,607, with approximately 1,333 males and 1,274 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 85 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 61.72%, with male literacy at about 73.74% and female literacy near 49.14%. There are around 528 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaghas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,607 | 1,333 | 1,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 208 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,609 | 983 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 350 | 648 |
Connectivity of Vaghas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaghas. As per the 2011 stats, Vaghas 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaghas
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaghas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaghas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaghas
- Where is Vaghas located?
- Vaghas village is situated in Virpur Taluka, within the Kheda district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaghas?
- Vaghas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vaghas?
- The pincode of Vaghas is 388260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaghas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaghas is 2,607, with 1,333 males and 1,274 females.
- How many households are there in Vaghas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaghas village has a total of 528 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaghas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaghas is 61.72%. The male literacy rate is 73.74%, while the female literacy rate is 49.14%.