Vaijapur - Babulgaon, Yavatmal
Vaijapur is a village situated in the Babulgaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babulgaon and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Raniamravati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaijapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaijapur is 542192. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.86 hectares and falls under the 445101 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Vaijapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaijapur
According to the 2011 Census, Vaijapur village had a total population of 261 people, including 133 males and 128 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.99%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 70.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 28 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Vaijapur
Vaijapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panas | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Rani Amravati | South | 1.41 km |
| Rasulpur | North | 1.87 km |
| Nagri | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Chendkapur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Takalgaon | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Mangarul | East | 2.55 km |
| Nagargaon | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Kamaljapur | South | 3.05 km |
| Bhatmarg | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaijapur
Public transport in the Vaijapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 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 Yavatmal to Vaijapur is about 26 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 Vaijapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaijapur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Vaijapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaijapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaijapur
Where is Vaijapur located?
Vaijapur village is located in Babulgaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaijapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaijapur is Raniamravati.
What is the pincode of Vaijapur?
The pincode of Vaijapur is 445101.
What is the population of Vaijapur?
Vaijapur had a total population of 261, including 133 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Vaijapur?
Vaijapur had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaijapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaijapur was 78.99%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 70.34%.