Vaghpura - Santalpur, Patan
Vaghpura is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Parsund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaghpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghpura is 508656. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.18 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghpura
As per Census 2011, Vaghpura village has a total population of 918 people, consisting of 449 males and 469 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 416 literate and 502 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaghpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 | 449 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 98 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 250 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 199 | 303 |
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
Vaghpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Vaghpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Vaghpura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Vaghpura is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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 >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghpura
Where is Vaghpura located?
Vaghpura village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaghpura is Parsund.
What is the pincode of Vaghpura?
The pincode of Vaghpura is 385360.
What is the population of Vaghpura?
Vaghpura has a total population of 918, including 449 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Vaghpura?
There are 162 households in Vaghpura.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghpura is 45.32%. Male literacy is 55.68% and female literacy is 35.39%.