Vahegaon Sal - Chandvad, Nashik
Vahegaon Sal is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Wahegaonsal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vahegaon Sal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vahegaon Sal is 550511. The village covers a total geographical area of 930.66 hectares and falls under the 422306 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Vahegaon Sal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vahegaon Sal
As per Census 2011, Vahegaon Sal village has a total population of 2,356 people, consisting of 1,218 males and 1,138 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vahegaon Sal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,218 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 164 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 80 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 953 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 265 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Vahegaon Sal
Vahegaon Sal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayankhede | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Vaki Kh | South | 1.65 km |
| Koltek | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Pate | North | 3.31 km |
| Redgaon Kh | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Kalkhode | East | 3.66 km |
| Vaki Bk | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Pimpalgaon Najik | South | 3.82 km |
| Pimplad | West | 4.33 km |
| Welapur | South | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vahegaon Sal
Vahegaon Sal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lasalgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Vahegaon Sal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vahegaon Sal is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vahegaon Sal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vahegaon Sal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vahegaon Sal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vahegaon Sal 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 Vahegaon Sal
Where is Vahegaon Sal located?
Vahegaon Sal village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vahegaon Sal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vahegaon Sal is Wahegaonsal.
What is the pincode of Vahegaon Sal?
The pincode of Vahegaon Sal is 422306.
What is the population of Vahegaon Sal?
Vahegaon Sal has a total population of 2,356, including 1,218 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Vahegaon Sal?
There are 462 households in Vahegaon Sal.
What is the literacy rate in Vahegaon Sal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vahegaon Sal is 73.01%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 67.40%.