Vejalpar - Maliya, Morbi
Vejalpar is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Maliya and around 100 km from Rajkot. Vejalpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vejalpar is 512601. The village covers a total geographical area of 1745.51 hectares and falls under the 363630 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vejalpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vejalpar
According to the 2011 Census, Vejalpar village had a total population of 1,864 people, including 955 males and 909 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.38%, with male literacy at 97.39% and female literacy at 81.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 1,864 | 955 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 112 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 821 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 134 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Vejalpar
Vejalpar 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 Vejalpar
Public transport in the Vejalpar 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 Morvi to Vejalpar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Vejalpar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vejalpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vejalpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vejalpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vejalpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vejalpar
Where is Vejalpar located?
Vejalpar village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vejalpar?
Vejalpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vejalpar?
The pincode of Vejalpar is 363630.
What is the population of Vejalpar?
Vejalpar had a total population of 1,864, including 955 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Vejalpar?
Vejalpar had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vejalpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vejalpar was 89.38%. Male literacy was 97.39% and female literacy was 81.17%.