Vijapurda - Becharaji, Mahesana
Vijapurda is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Vijapurda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijapurda is 509573. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.11 hectares and falls under the 384412 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Vijapurda 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 Vijapurda
As per Census 2011, Vijapurda village has a total population of 1,105 people, consisting of 550 males and 555 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 917 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijapurda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,105 | 550 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 488 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 62 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Vijapurda
Vijapurda 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 Vijapurda
Public transport in the Vijapurda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Becharaji to Vijapurda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Vijapurda is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijapurda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijapurda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vijapurda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijapurda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vijapurda
Where is Vijapurda located?
Vijapurda village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijapurda?
Vijapurda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijapurda?
The pincode of Vijapurda is 384412.
What is the population of Vijapurda?
Vijapurda has a total population of 1,105, including 550 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Vijapurda?
There are 261 households in Vijapurda.
What is the literacy rate in Vijapurda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijapurda is 82.99%. Male literacy is 88.73% and female literacy is 77.30%.