Vajapur - Satlasana, Mahesana
Vajapur is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Vajapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vajapur is 509127. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.79 hectares and falls under the 384330 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Vajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Vajapur village had a total population of 1,395 people, including 734 males and 661 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.24%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 58.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 1,395 | 734 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 99 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 526 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 208 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Vajapur
Vajapur 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 Vajapur
Vajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vajapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Vajapur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Vajapur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vajapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vajapur
Where is Vajapur located?
Vajapur village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vajapur?
Vajapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vajapur?
The pincode of Vajapur is 384330.
What is the population of Vajapur?
Vajapur had a total population of 1,395, including 734 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Vajapur?
Vajapur had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vajapur was 71.24%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 58.74%.