Vanjala - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Vanjala is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Vanjala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanjala is 499412. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Vanjala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vanjala
According to the 2011 Census, Vanjala village had a total population of 202 people, including 107 males and 95 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.29%, with male literacy at 27.16% and female literacy at 14.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 202 | 107 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 85 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Vanjala
Vanjala 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 Vanjala
Vanjala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Raghogarh to Vanjala is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Vanjala is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanjala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanjala 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vanjala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanjala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vanjala
Where is Vanjala located?
Vanjala village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vanjala?
Vanjala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vanjala?
The pincode of Vanjala is 473287.
What is the population of Vanjala?
Vanjala had a total population of 202, including 107 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Vanjala?
Vanjala had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanjala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanjala was 21.29%. Male literacy was 27.16% and female literacy was 14.86%.