Vijaypur - Wada, Palghar
Vijaypur is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Vada and around 60 km from Thane. Kone serves as the Village Panchayat for Vijaypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijaypur is 552162. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vijaypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vijaypur
According to the 2011 Census, Vijaypur village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 508 males and 504 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 82.70% and female literacy at 70.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 1,012 | 508 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 133 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 368 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 140 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Vijaypur
Vijaypur 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 Vijaypur
Public transport in the Vijaypur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Vijaypur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vijaypur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijaypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijaypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vijaypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijaypur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vijaypur
Where is Vijaypur located?
Vijaypur village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vijaypur?
The Village Panchayat of Vijaypur is Kone.
What is the pincode of Vijaypur?
The pincode of Vijaypur is 421303.
What is the population of Vijaypur?
Vijaypur had a total population of 1,012, including 508 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Vijaypur?
Vijaypur had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijaypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijaypur was 76.79%. Male literacy was 82.70% and female literacy was 70.92%.