Vakarla - Chimur, Chandrapur
Vakarla is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Wakarla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vakarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vakarla is 540440. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.22 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Vakarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vakarla
As per Census 2011, Vakarla village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 506 males and 478 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vakarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 506 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 383 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 123 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Vakarla
Vakarla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navegaon Doye | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Zilbodi | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Hattibodi | West | 1.99 km |
| Khursapar Rith | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Khokarla | East | 2.12 km |
| Hiwara | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Susundri Reeth (kawadsi Desh) | East | 2.76 km |
| Kasaba Pipari Rith | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Ladegaon Rith | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Chichala Shastri | South | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vakarla
Vakarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhiwapur, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| 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 Warora to Vakarla is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Vakarla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vakarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vakarla 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vakarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vakarla 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 Vakarla
Where is Vakarla located?
Vakarla village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vakarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Vakarla is Wakarla.
What is the pincode of Vakarla?
The pincode of Vakarla is 442903.
What is the population of Vakarla?
Vakarla has a total population of 984, including 506 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Vakarla?
There are 214 households in Vakarla.
What is the literacy rate in Vakarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vakarla is 70.22%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 64.44%.