Vekta - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Vekta is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Rangani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vekta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vekta is 395798. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Vekta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vekta
As per Census 2011, Vekta village has a total population of 1,427 people, consisting of 726 males and 701 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 914 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vekta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 726 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 130 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 530 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 196 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Vekta
Vekta 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 Vekta
Vekta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Pattamundai to Vekta is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Vekta is about 85 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 Vekta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vekta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vekta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vekta 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vekta
Where is Vekta located?
Vekta village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vekta?
The Gram Panchayat of Vekta is Rangani.
What is the pincode of Vekta?
The pincode of Vekta is 754248.
What is the population of Vekta?
Vekta has a total population of 1,427, including 726 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Vekta?
There are 295 households in Vekta.
What is the literacy rate in Vekta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vekta is 64.05%. Male literacy is 73.00% and female literacy is 54.78%.