Vekra - Kadi, Mahesana
Vekra is a village situated in the Kadi taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Vekra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vekra is 509708. The village covers a total geographical area of 1241.32 hectares and falls under the 384445 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vekra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vekra
As per Census 2011, Vekra village has a total population of 1,701 people, consisting of 872 males and 829 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vekra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,701 | 872 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 110 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 103 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 649 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 223 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Vekra
Vekra 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 Vekra
Public transport in the Vekra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadi to Vekra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Vekra is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vekra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vekra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vekra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vekra 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 Vekra
Where is Vekra located?
Vekra village is located in Kadi Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vekra?
Vekra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vekra?
The pincode of Vekra is 384445.
What is the population of Vekra?
Vekra has a total population of 1,701, including 872 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Vekra?
There are 371 households in Vekra.
What is the literacy rate in Vekra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vekra is 66.20%. Male literacy is 74.43% and female literacy is 57.54%.