Vaghpura - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Vaghpura is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Vav and around 150 km from Palanpur. Garambadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaghpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghpura is 507477. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.65 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vaghpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghpura
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghpura village had a total population of 428 people, including 217 males and 211 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.87%, with male literacy at 76.57% and female literacy at 31.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 428 | 217 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 134 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 83 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghpura
Vaghpura 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 Vaghpura
Public transport in the Vaghpura 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 Bhabhar to Vaghpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Vaghpura is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vaghpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghpura
Where is Vaghpura located?
Vaghpura village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaghpura is Garambadi.
What is the pincode of Vaghpura?
The pincode of Vaghpura is 385320.
What is the population of Vaghpura?
Vaghpura had a total population of 428, including 217 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Vaghpura?
Vaghpura had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghpura was 54.87%. Male literacy was 76.57% and female literacy was 31.71%.