Vakhatpur - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Vakhatpur is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Khanpur and around 70 km from Godhra. Vakhatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vakhatpur is 517836. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.44 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vakhatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vakhatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Vakhatpur village had a total population of 858 people, including 455 males and 403 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.43%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 55.77%.
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 | 858 | 455 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 326 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 129 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Vakhatpur
Vakhatpur 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 Vakhatpur
Vakhatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Lunawada to Vakhatpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Vakhatpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vakhatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vakhatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vakhatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vakhatpur 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 Vakhatpur
Where is Vakhatpur located?
Vakhatpur village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vakhatpur?
Vakhatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vakhatpur?
The pincode of Vakhatpur is 389230.
What is the population of Vakhatpur?
Vakhatpur had a total population of 858, including 455 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Vakhatpur?
Vakhatpur had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vakhatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vakhatpur was 68.43%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 55.77%.