Vijaydurg - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Vijaydurg is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Vijaydurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijaydurg is 566234. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.24 hectares and falls under the 416806 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vijaydurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vijaydurg
As per Census 2011, Vijaydurg village has a total population of 1,735 people, consisting of 821 males and 914 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijaydurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 821 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 34 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 718 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 103 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Vijaydurg
Vijaydurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirse | East | 3.21 km |
| Dandewadi | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Rameshwar | South | 3.33 km |
| Mithgavane | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Sagave | East | 4.52 km |
| Varilwadi | North | 4.65 km |
| Tivarambi | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Ansure | East | 5.68 km |
| Janashi | North-East | 6.43 km |
| Bhandar Sakhari | North | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vijaydurg
Vijaydurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 km.
| 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 Rajapur to Vijaydurg is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Vijaydurg is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijaydurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijaydurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vijaydurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijaydurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vijaydurg
Where is Vijaydurg located?
Vijaydurg village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijaydurg?
Vijaydurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijaydurg?
The pincode of Vijaydurg is 416806.
What is the population of Vijaydurg?
Vijaydurg has a total population of 1,735, including 821 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Vijaydurg?
There are 410 households in Vijaydurg.
What is the literacy rate in Vijaydurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijaydurg is 84.55%. Male literacy is 87.45% and female literacy is 81.95%.