Vaghpura - Sami, Patan
Vaghpura is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Vaghpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghpura is 509012. The village covers a total geographical area of 940.62 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Vaghpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghpura
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghpura village had a total population of 1,123 people, including 574 males and 549 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.31%, with male literacy at 80.28% and female literacy at 47.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 1,123 | 574 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 395 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 179 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghpura
Vaghpura 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 Vaghpura
Public transport in the Vaghpura 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 Harij to Vaghpura is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Vaghpura is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaghpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghpura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghpura
Where is Vaghpura located?
Vaghpura village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghpura?
Vaghpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghpura?
The pincode of Vaghpura is 384245.
What is the population of Vaghpura?
Vaghpura had a total population of 1,123, including 574 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Vaghpura?
Vaghpura had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghpura was 64.31%. Male literacy was 80.28% and female literacy was 47.55%.