Vijaypur - Tharali, Chamoli
Vijaypur is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sera Vijaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vijaypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijaypur is 041727. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.7 hectares and falls under the 246482 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Vijaypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Vijaypur
According to the 2011 Census, Vijaypur village had a total population of 198 people, including 87 males and 111 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.27%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 58.65%.
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 | 198 | 87 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 11 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Vijaypur
Vijaypur 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 Vijaypur
Vijaypur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Vijaypur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Vijaypur is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijaypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijaypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vijaypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijaypur 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 Vijaypur
Where is Vijaypur located?
Vijaypur village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vijaypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vijaypur is Sera Vijaypur.
What is the pincode of Vijaypur?
The pincode of Vijaypur is 246482.
What is the population of Vijaypur?
Vijaypur had a total population of 198, including 87 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Vijaypur?
Vijaypur had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijaypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijaypur was 75.27%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 58.65%.