Vaktapura - Desar, Vadodara
Vaktapura is a village situated in the Desar taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Savli and around 62 km from Vadodara. Vaktapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaktapura is 519703. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.96 hectares and falls under the 391530 pincode. Kalol is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Vaktapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaktapura
According to the 2011 Census, Vaktapura village had a total population of 1,184 people, including 636 males and 548 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.75%, with male literacy at 89.93% and female literacy at 63.69%. 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 | 1,184 | 636 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 500 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 136 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Vaktapura
Vaktapura 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 Vaktapura
Vaktapura 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 | 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 Kalol to Vaktapura is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Vaktapura is about 62 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 Vaktapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaktapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaktapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaktapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaktapura
Where is Vaktapura located?
Vaktapura village is located in Desar Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vaktapura?
Vaktapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaktapura?
The pincode of Vaktapura is 391530.
What is the population of Vaktapura?
Vaktapura had a total population of 1,184, including 636 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Vaktapura?
Vaktapura had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaktapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaktapura was 77.75%. Male literacy was 89.93% and female literacy was 63.69%.