Vapcha - Lateri, Vidisha
Vapcha is a village situated in the Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lateri and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Bapcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vapcha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vapcha is 480476. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.53 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Lateri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Vapcha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vapcha
According to the 2011 Census, Vapcha village had a total population of 970 people, including 500 males and 470 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.96%, with male literacy at 66.01% and female literacy at 39.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 302.
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 | 970 | 500 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 163 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 268 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 232 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Vapcha
Vapcha 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 Vapcha
Vapcha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lateri to Vapcha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Vapcha is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vapcha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vapcha 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 Vapcha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vapcha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vapcha
Where is Vapcha located?
Vapcha village is located in Lateri Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vapcha?
The Gram Panchayat of Vapcha is Bapcha.
What is the pincode of Vapcha?
The pincode of Vapcha is 464114.
What is the population of Vapcha?
Vapcha had a total population of 970, including 500 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Vapcha?
Vapcha had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vapcha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vapcha was 52.96%. Male literacy was 66.01% and female literacy was 39.28%.