Vatar - Baglan, Nashik
Vatar is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Vattar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vatar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vatar is 550091. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.68 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vatar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vatar
As per Census 2011, Vatar village has a total population of 2,579 people, consisting of 1,375 males and 1,204 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,891 literate and 688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 593 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vatar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,579 | 1,375 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 182 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 317 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 1,891 | 1,066 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 309 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Vatar
Vatar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongrej | North | 1.76 km |
| Chaundhane | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Vinchure | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Tarsali | East | 3.82 km |
| Nave Nirpur | South | 3.89 km |
| Vanoli | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Joran | West | 3.95 km |
| Nikwel | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Virgaon | North | 4.75 km |
| Munjwad | South-East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vatar
Vatar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Vatar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vatar is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vatar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vatar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vatar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vatar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vatar
Where is Vatar located?
Vatar village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vatar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vatar is Vattar.
What is the pincode of Vatar?
The pincode of Vatar is 423301.
What is the population of Vatar?
Vatar has a total population of 2,579, including 1,375 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Vatar?
There are 527 households in Vatar.
What is the literacy rate in Vatar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vatar is 73.32%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 68.52%.