Vikrampur - Arki, Solan
Vikrampur is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Domehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vikrampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikrampur is 020205. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Vikrampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vikrampur
According to the 2011 Census, Vikrampur village had a total population of 1,837 people, including 916 males and 921 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.16%, with male literacy at 94.33% and female literacy at 77.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 732.
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 | 1,837 | 916 | 921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 377 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 766 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 150 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Vikrampur
Vikrampur 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 Vikrampur
Vikrampur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Vikrampur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vikrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikrampur 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 Vikrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikrampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vikrampur
Where is Vikrampur located?
Vikrampur village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikrampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vikrampur is Domehar.
What is the pincode of Vikrampur?
The pincode of Vikrampur is 173221.
What is the population of Vikrampur?
Vikrampur had a total population of 1,837, including 916 males and 921 females.
How many households are there in Vikrampur?
Vikrampur had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vikrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikrampur was 86.16%. Male literacy was 94.33% and female literacy was 77.94%.