Vitner - Chopda, Jalgaon
Vitner is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Vitner village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitner is 526693. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.35 hectares and falls under the 425108 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vitner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vitner
As per Census 2011, Vitner village has a total population of 2,015 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 976 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 908 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,025 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vitner are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,015 | 1,039 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 161 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,025 | 521 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 618 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 421 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Vitner
Vitner 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shendani | East | 1.71 km |
| Hingone Kh.pr.jalod | South | 2.69 km |
| Anwarde Bk. | North | 2.75 km |
| Walaki | East | 2.98 km |
| Kusumba | North | 3.07 km |
| Dagadi Bk | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Dodhawad | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Mohide | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Vadhoda | West | 3.95 km |
| Hingone Sim Pra.jalod | South-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vitner
Public transport in the Vitner is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Vitner is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Vitner is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitner village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vitner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vitner
Where is Vitner located?
Vitner village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vitner?
Vitner is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vitner?
The pincode of Vitner is 425108.
What is the population of Vitner?
Vitner has a total population of 2,015, including 1,039 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Vitner?
There are 459 households in Vitner.
What is the literacy rate in Vitner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitner is 54.94%. Male literacy is 59.48% and female literacy is 50.10%.