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
According to the 2011 Census, Vijraula village had a total population of 388 people, including 200 males and 188 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.23%, with male literacy at 91.76% and female literacy at 75.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 388 | 200 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 18 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 388, including 200 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Vijraula?
Vijraula had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijraula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijraula was 84.23%. Male literacy was 91.76% and female literacy was 75.32%.