Vitthalgadh - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Vitthalgadh is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vitthalgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitthalgadh is 512170. The village covers a total geographical area of 2615.33 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Vitthalgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vitthalgadh
According to the 2011 Census, Vitthalgadh village had a total population of 2,959 people, including 1,540 males and 1,419 females, living in 582 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.32%, with male literacy at 62.07% and female literacy at 35.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 2,959 | 1,540 | 1,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 235 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 157 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 810 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,723 | 730 | 993 |
Nearby Villages of Vitthalgadh
Vitthalgadh 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 Vitthalgadh
Vitthalgadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Viramgam to Vitthalgadh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vitthalgadh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitthalgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitthalgadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vitthalgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitthalgadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vitthalgadh
Where is Vitthalgadh located?
Vitthalgadh village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vitthalgadh?
Vitthalgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vitthalgadh?
The pincode of Vitthalgadh is 363115.
What is the population of Vitthalgadh?
Vitthalgadh had a total population of 2,959, including 1,540 males and 1,419 females.
How many households are there in Vitthalgadh?
Vitthalgadh had 582 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vitthalgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitthalgadh was 49.32%. Male literacy was 62.07% and female literacy was 35.47%.