Vedpur - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Vedpur is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Vedpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedpur is 519988. The village covers a total geographical area of 831.07 hectares and falls under the 391761 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Vedpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vedpur
As per Census 2011, Vedpur village has a total population of 1,603 people, consisting of 823 males and 780 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,071 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vedpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,603 | 823 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 101 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 150 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 639 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 184 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Vedpur
Vedpur 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 Vedpur
Vedpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vaghodia to Vedpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Vedpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vedpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vedpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vedpur
Where is Vedpur located?
Vedpur village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vedpur?
Vedpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vedpur?
The pincode of Vedpur is 391761.
What is the population of Vedpur?
Vedpur has a total population of 1,603, including 823 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Vedpur?
There are 343 households in Vedpur.
What is the literacy rate in Vedpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vedpur is 66.81%. Male literacy is 77.64% and female literacy is 55.38%.