Venpura - Becharaji, Mahesana
Venpura is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Venpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venpura is 509570. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.87 hectares and falls under the 384415 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Venpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venpura
According to the 2011 Census, Venpura village had a total population of 1,017 people, including 502 males and 515 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.14%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 66.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 1,017 | 502 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 47 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 420 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 82 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Venpura
Venpura 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 Venpura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Venpura. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Venpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Becharaji to Venpura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Venpura is about 35 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 Venpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venpura
Where is Venpura located?
Venpura village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venpura?
Venpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venpura?
The pincode of Venpura is 384415.
What is the population of Venpura?
Venpura had a total population of 1,017, including 502 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Venpura?
Venpura had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venpura was 79.14%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 66.01%.