Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon is a village located in Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhani (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Vihirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vihirgaon unique in its vibrant Lakhani-Bhandara region. You’ll see Vihirgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vihirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihirgaon is 537235. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441809. Bhandara is nearest town to Vihirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Vihirgaon
Population of Vihirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon has a total population of about 1,116, with approximately 565 males and 551 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.92%, with male literacy at about 81.77% and female literacy near 65.88%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vihirgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 565 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 825 | 462 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 103 | 188 |
Connectivity of Vihirgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vihirgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vihirgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vihirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vihirgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vihirgaon
- Where is Vihirgaon located?
- Vihirgaon village is situated in Lakhani Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vihirgaon?
- Vihirgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vihirgaon?
- The pincode of Vihirgaon is 441809, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihirgaon is 1,116, with 565 males and 551 females.
- How many households are there in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihirgaon is 73.92%. The male literacy rate is 81.77%, while the female literacy rate is 65.88%.