Vitthalpara - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Vitthalpara is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Vitthalpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitthalpara is 512169. The village covers a total geographical area of 918.7 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Vitthalpara 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 Vitthalpara
According to the 2011 Census, Vitthalpara village had a total population of 1,548 people, including 796 males and 752 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.18%, with male literacy at 78.77% and female literacy at 38.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
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 | 1,548 | 796 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 538 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 258 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Vitthalpara
Vitthalpara 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 Vitthalpara
Public transport in the Vitthalpara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vitthalpara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Vitthalpara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Vitthalpara is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitthalpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitthalpara 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 Vitthalpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitthalpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vitthalpara
Where is Vitthalpara located?
Vitthalpara village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vitthalpara?
Vitthalpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vitthalpara?
The pincode of Vitthalpara is 363115.
What is the population of Vitthalpara?
Vitthalpara had a total population of 1,548, including 796 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Vitthalpara?
Vitthalpara had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vitthalpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitthalpara was 59.18%. Male literacy was 78.77% and female literacy was 38.11%.