Vihirgaon
Vihirgaon is a village located in Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mohadi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Vihirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Vihirgaon has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vihirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihirgaon is 536829. The village spans a total geographical area of 304.77 hectares. Tumsar is nearest town to Vihirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vihirgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the bhandara gondia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vihirgaon
Population of Vihirgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Vihirgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 474 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 658 | 372 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 102 | 127 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vihirgaon village:
- The total population of Vihirgaon village is around 887, including approximately 474 males and 413 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Vihirgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vihirgaon village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Vihirgaon village is about 74.18%, with male literacy at 78.48% and female literacy at 69.25%.
- There are around 203 households in Vihirgaon village.
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 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 Mohadi 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 population of Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihirgaon is 887, with 474 males and 413 females.
- How many households are there in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihirgaon village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihirgaon is 74.18%. The male literacy rate is 78.48%, while the female literacy rate is 69.25%.