Vekal
About Vekal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vekal village is 018931. Vekal village is located in Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 34km away from district headquarter Ghumarwin. Ghumarwin is the sub-district headquarter of Vekal village. As per 2009 stats, Pater is the gram panchayat of Vekal village.
The total geographical area of village is 43.59 hectares. Vekal has a total population of 164 peoples, out of which male population is 81 while female population is 83. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vekal village is 78.66% out of which 85.19% males and 72.29% females are literate. There are about 38 houses in vekal village. Pincode of vekal village locality is 174026.
When it comes to administration, Vekal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Vekal village comes under Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Ghumarwin is nearest town to vekal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Vekal
The population details of Vekal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Connectivity of Vekal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vekal
Where is Vekal located?
Vekal village is situated in Ghumarwin Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vekal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vekal is Pater (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vekal?
The pincode of Vekal is 174026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vekal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vekal is 164, with 81 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Vekal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vekal village has a total of 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vekal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vekal is 78.66%. The male literacy rate is 85.19%, while the female literacy rate is 72.29%.