Vijapur - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Vijapur is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Vijapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijapur is 518457. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.45 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Vijapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vijapur
According to the 2011 Census, Vijapur village had a total population of 1,469 people, including 763 males and 706 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.45%, with male literacy at 96.73% and female literacy at 87.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 1,469 | 763 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 621 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 142 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Vijapur
Vijapur 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 Vijapur
Vijapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shehera to Vijapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Vijapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vijapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vijapur
Where is Vijapur located?
Vijapur village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vijapur?
Vijapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijapur?
The pincode of Vijapur is 389210.
What is the population of Vijapur?
Vijapur had a total population of 1,469, including 763 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Vijapur?
Vijapur had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijapur was 92.45%. Male literacy was 96.73% and female literacy was 87.89%.