Vaghfal - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Vaghfal is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Santrampur and around 70 km from Godhra. Anjanwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaghfal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghfal is 518109. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.69 hectares and falls under the 389110 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vaghfal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghfal
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghfal village had a total population of 551 people, including 278 males and 273 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.21%, with male literacy at 68.64% and female literacy at 45.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 551.
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 | 551 | 278 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 551 | 278 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 162 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 116 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghfal
Vaghfal 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 Vaghfal
Vaghfal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Santrampur to Vaghfal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Vaghfal 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 Vaghfal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghfal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaghfal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghfal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghfal
Where is Vaghfal located?
Vaghfal village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vaghfal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaghfal is Anjanwa.
What is the pincode of Vaghfal?
The pincode of Vaghfal is 389110.
What is the population of Vaghfal?
Vaghfal had a total population of 551, including 278 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Vaghfal?
Vaghfal had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghfal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghfal was 57.21%. Male literacy was 68.64% and female literacy was 45.05%.