Ves - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Ves is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Kopargaon and around 100 km from Ahmadnagar. Ves village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ves is 557561. The village covers a total geographical area of 1584 hectares and falls under the 423603 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ves village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ves
As per Census 2011, Ves village has a total population of 1,713 people, consisting of 885 males and 828 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ves are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,713 | 885 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 262 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 654 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 231 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Ves
Ves 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Javalke | North | 1.80 km |
| Anjanapur | West | 2.73 km |
| Bahadarpur | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Walki | East | 3.99 km |
| Ranjangaon Deshmukh | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Shahapur | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Sayale | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Manegaon | South | 5.28 km |
| Pathare Kh. | North | 5.93 km |
| Waregaon | North-West | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ves
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ves. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kopargaon to Ves is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Ves is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ves
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ves 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 Ves
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ves 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ves
Where is Ves located?
Ves village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ves?
Ves is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ves?
The pincode of Ves is 423603.
What is the population of Ves?
Ves has a total population of 1,713, including 885 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Ves?
There are 372 households in Ves.
What is the literacy rate in Ves?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ves is 66.90%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 59.42%.