Vihirgaon - Lakhani, Bhandara
Vihirgaon is a village situated in the Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhani and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Vihirgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vihirgaon is 537235. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.83 hectares and falls under the 441809 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Vihirgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vihirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon village had a total population of 1,116 people, including 565 males and 551 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.17%, with male literacy at 91.49% and female literacy at 74.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 1,116 | 565 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 462 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 103 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon 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 Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Vihirgaon is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vihirgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vihirgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vihirgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vihirgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vihirgaon
Where is Vihirgaon located?
Vihirgaon village is located in Lakhani Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vihirgaon?
Vihirgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vihirgaon?
The pincode of Vihirgaon is 441809.
What is the population of Vihirgaon?
Vihirgaon had a total population of 1,116, including 565 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Vihirgaon?
Vihirgaon had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vihirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vihirgaon was 83.17%. Male literacy was 91.49% and female literacy was 74.54%.