Vitala - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Vitala is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Vitala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitala is 533336. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.75 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vitala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vitala
As per Census 2011, Vitala village has a total population of 1,583 people, consisting of 806 males and 777 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,128 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vitala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,583 | 806 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 171 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 615 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 191 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Vitala
Vitala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Giroli | West | 1.76 km |
| Eklaspur | South | 2.03 km |
| Vaknath | West | 2.76 km |
| Chincholi | North | 2.94 km |
| Rangnathpur | South | 3.07 km |
| Hiwara Sa.gunjkheda | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Borgaon Dhande | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Nachangaon | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Sorta | North | 4.26 km |
| Laxminarayanpur | East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vitala
Vitala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pulgaon Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Vitala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Vitala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vitala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vitala
Where is Vitala located?
Vitala village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vitala?
Vitala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vitala?
The pincode of Vitala is 444709.
What is the population of Vitala?
Vitala has a total population of 1,583, including 806 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Vitala?
There are 400 households in Vitala.
What is the literacy rate in Vitala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitala is 71.26%. Male literacy is 76.30% and female literacy is 66.02%.