Vasantpur Kharda - Digras, Yavatmal
Vasantpur Kharda is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Vasntpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vasantpur Kharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasantpur Kharda is 542694. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.23 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vasantpur Kharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasantpur Kharda
As per Census 2011, Vasantpur Kharda village has a total population of 892 people, consisting of 433 males and 459 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 705 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasantpur Kharda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 892 | 433 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 53 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 339 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 344 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 89 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Vasantpur Kharda
Vasantpur Kharda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sevanagar | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Singad | West | 2.66 km |
| Rui Mo. | East | 3.04 km |
| Nandgavhan | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Rui Talav | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Rahati | North | 4.39 km |
| Pelu | North | 4.49 km |
| Balajinagar | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Isapur | North-East | 5.54 km |
| Jotibanagar | West | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vasantpur Kharda
Public transport in the Vasantpur Kharda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Vasantpur Kharda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Vasantpur Kharda is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasantpur Kharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasantpur Kharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vasantpur Kharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasantpur Kharda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vasantpur Kharda
Where is Vasantpur Kharda located?
Vasantpur Kharda village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasantpur Kharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Vasantpur Kharda is Vasntpur.
What is the pincode of Vasantpur Kharda?
The pincode of Vasantpur Kharda is 445203.
What is the population of Vasantpur Kharda?
Vasantpur Kharda has a total population of 892, including 433 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Vasantpur Kharda?
There are 191 households in Vasantpur Kharda.
What is the literacy rate in Vasantpur Kharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasantpur Kharda is 71.41%. Male literacy is 79.45% and female literacy is 63.83%.