Vakalangarh - Salon, Rae Bareli
Vakalangarh is a village situated in the Salon tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Sarai Manik serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vakalangarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vakalangarh is 145346. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.03 hectares and falls under the 229129 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vakalangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vakalangarh
According to the 2011 Census, Vakalangarh village had a total population of 382 people, including 189 males and 193 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.82%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 46.47%.
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 | 382 | 189 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 138 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 51 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Vakalangarh
Vakalangarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpur | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Nayan | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Semri Jhakrasi | West | 1.70 km |
| Ghisi Garh | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Kandi | South | 2.19 km |
| Goera | North | 2.60 km |
| Sher Nathpur | East | 2.70 km |
| Jamurawa Buzurg | West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vakalangarh
Vakalangarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lachhmanpur, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rae Bareli to Vakalangarh is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Vakalangarh is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vakalangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vakalangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vakalangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vakalangarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vakalangarh
Where is Vakalangarh located?
Vakalangarh village is located in Salon Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vakalangarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Vakalangarh is Sarai Manik.
What is the pincode of Vakalangarh?
The pincode of Vakalangarh is 229129.
What is the population of Vakalangarh?
Vakalangarh had a total population of 382, including 189 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Vakalangarh?
Vakalangarh had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vakalangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vakalangarh was 63.82%. Male literacy was 81.18% and female literacy was 46.47%.