Vajpur - Ukai, Tapi
Vajpur is a village situated in the Ukai taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 44 km from Songadh and around 64 km from Vyara. Vajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vajpur is 524548. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.17 hectares and falls under the 393050 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Vajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Vajpur village had a total population of 938 people, including 471 males and 467 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.20%, with male literacy at 64.76% and female literacy at 55.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 938.
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 | 938 | 471 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 938 | 471 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 261 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 210 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Vajpur
Vajpur 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 Vajpur
Public transport in the Vajpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Songadh to Vajpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Vajpur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vajpur 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 Vajpur
Where is Vajpur located?
Vajpur village is located in Ukai Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vajpur?
Vajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vajpur?
The pincode of Vajpur is 393050.
What is the population of Vajpur?
Vajpur had a total population of 938, including 471 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Vajpur?
Vajpur had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vajpur was 60.20%. Male literacy was 64.76% and female literacy was 55.61%.