Vehergaon - Sakri, Dhule
Vehergaon is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Vehergaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vehergaon is 526292. The village covers a total geographical area of 1048 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Vehergaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vehergaon
As per Census 2011, Vehergaon village has a total population of 3,750 people, consisting of 1,949 males and 1,801 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 731 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,581 literate and 2,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 633 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vehergaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,750 | 1,949 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 731 | 418 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 339 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 1,581 | 944 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,169 | 1,005 | 1,164 |
Nearby Villages of Vehergaon
Vehergaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hodadane | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Rojgaon | West | 3.37 km |
| Mhasale | East | 3.52 km |
| Ubharandi | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Vardharne | South | 5.05 km |
| Nagpur (v) | South-East | 6.14 km |
| Dusane | North-East | 7.29 km |
| Jaitane | West | 7.99 km |
| Bhamer | South-West | 8.00 km |
| Chhavadi | East | 8.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vehergaon
Vehergaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandurbar to Vehergaon is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Vehergaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vehergaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vehergaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vehergaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vehergaon 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 Vehergaon
Where is Vehergaon located?
Vehergaon village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vehergaon?
Vehergaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vehergaon?
The pincode of Vehergaon is 424305.
What is the population of Vehergaon?
Vehergaon has a total population of 3,750, including 1,949 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Vehergaon?
There are 658 households in Vehergaon.
What is the literacy rate in Vehergaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vehergaon is 42.16%. Male literacy is 48.44% and female literacy is 35.37%.