Vijraula - Nainital
Vijraula is a village situated in the Nainital tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Nainital, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Pandey Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vijraula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijraula is 054848. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.71 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Vijraula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vijraula
As per Census 2011, Vijraula village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 200 males and 188 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijraula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 200 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 18 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 167 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 33 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Vijraula
Vijraula 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 Vijraula
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vijraula.
| 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 Bhimtal to Vijraula is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Vijraula is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijraula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijraula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vijraula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijraula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vijraula
Where is Vijraula located?
Vijraula village is located in Nainital Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijraula?
The Gram Panchayat of Vijraula is Pandey Gaon.
What is the pincode of Vijraula?
The pincode of Vijraula is 263136.
What is the population of Vijraula?
Vijraula has a total population of 388, including 200 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Vijraula?
There are 85 households in Vijraula.
What is the literacy rate in Vijraula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijraula is 72.94%. Male literacy is 83.50% and female literacy is 61.70%.