Vejalpur - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Vejalpur is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Vejalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vejalpur is 520009. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.12 hectares and falls under the 391760 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vejalpur 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 Vejalpur
As per Census 2011, Vejalpur village has a total population of 1,589 people, consisting of 841 males and 748 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,238 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vejalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 841 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 109 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 299 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 1,238 | 693 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 148 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Vejalpur
Vejalpur 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 Vejalpur
Public transport in the Vejalpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vejalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vaghodia to Vejalpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Vejalpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vejalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vejalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vejalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vejalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vejalpur
Where is Vejalpur located?
Vejalpur village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vejalpur?
Vejalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vejalpur?
The pincode of Vejalpur is 391760.
What is the population of Vejalpur?
Vejalpur has a total population of 1,589, including 841 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Vejalpur?
There are 346 households in Vejalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Vejalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vejalpur is 77.91%. Male literacy is 82.40% and female literacy is 72.86%.