Vastapur - Barshitakli, Akola
Vastapur is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Vastapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vastapur is 530539. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.69 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vastapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vastapur
According to the 2011 Census, Vastapur village had a total population of 429 people, including 215 males and 214 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.05%, with male literacy at 90.50% and female literacy at 70.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 429 | 215 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 134 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 162 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 53 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Vastapur
Vastapur 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 Vastapur
Vastapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vastapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Vastapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vastapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vastapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vastapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vastapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vastapur
Where is Vastapur located?
Vastapur village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vastapur?
Vastapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vastapur?
The pincode of Vastapur is 444405.
What is the population of Vastapur?
Vastapur had a total population of 429, including 215 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Vastapur?
Vastapur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vastapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vastapur was 80.05%. Male literacy was 90.50% and female literacy was 70.05%.