Vekur

Vekur is a village located in Songadh taluka of Tapi district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Songadh (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Vyara. As per 2009 stats, Vekur village is also a gram panchayat.

Vekur has its own place in the vibrant Tapi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Vekur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vekur is 524564. The village spans a total geographical area of 302.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394680. Songadh is nearest town to Vekur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Vekur

Below is a concise population overview of Vekur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 874 413 461
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 46 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 873 412 461
Literate Population 512 268 244
Illiterate Population 362 145 217

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vekur village:

  • The total population of Vekur village is around 874, including approximately 413 males and 461 females, with a sex ratio of 1116 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Vekur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vekur village has 873 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Vekur village is about 58.58%, with male literacy at 64.89% and female literacy at 52.93%.
  • There are around 199 households in Vekur village.

Connectivity of Vekur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vekur. As per the 2011 stats, Vekur 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Vekur

Knowing the nearby villages of Vekur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vekur.

Ghasiya Medha Sisor Panch Pipla Bhanpur Jamapur Bori Savar Vadda P Bhensrot Singal Khanch Bundha Silatvel Patharda

Frequently Asked Questions about Vekur

Where is Vekur located?
Vekur village is situated in Songadh Taluka, within the Tapi district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vekur?
Vekur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vekur?
The pincode of Vekur is 394680, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vekur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vekur is 874, with 413 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Vekur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vekur village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vekur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vekur is 58.58%. The male literacy rate is 64.89%, while the female literacy rate is 52.93%.