Vaktapur
Vaktapur is a village located in Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from Himatnagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Vaktapur village. As per 2009 stats, Vaktapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vaktapur unique in its vibrant Himatnagar-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Vaktapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vaktapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaktapur is 510472. The village spans a total geographical area of 829.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383010. Himatnagar is nearest town to Vaktapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Vaktapur
Population of Vaktapur
According to the 2011 Census, Vaktapur has a total population of about 3,857, with approximately 2,001 males and 1,856 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 497 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 755 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.81%, with male literacy at about 81.11% and female literacy near 70.10%. There are around 790 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaktapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,857 | 2,001 | 1,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 270 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 755 | 392 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,924 | 1,623 | 1,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 933 | 378 | 555 |
Connectivity of Vaktapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaktapur. As per the 2011 stats, Vaktapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaktapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaktapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaktapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaktapur
- Where is Vaktapur located?
- Vaktapur village is situated in Himatnagar Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaktapur?
- Vaktapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vaktapur?
- The pincode of Vaktapur is 383010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaktapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaktapur is 3,857, with 2,001 males and 1,856 females.
- How many households are there in Vaktapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaktapur village has a total of 790 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaktapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaktapur is 75.81%. The male literacy rate is 81.11%, while the female literacy rate is 70.10%.