Walvihir
Walvihir is a village located in Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Igatpuri (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Walvihir village is also a gram panchayat.
Walvihir has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 Walvihir
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walvihir is 551034. The village spans a total geographical area of 1536 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422402. Igatpuri is nearest town to Walvihir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Walvihir 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 Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Walvihir
Below is a concise population overview of Walvihir 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 | 2,228 | 1,152 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 232 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,755 | 907 | 848 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 628 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 524 | 609 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Walvihir village:
- The total population of Walvihir village is around 2,228, including approximately 1,152 males and 1,076 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 411 children aged 0–6 years in Walvihir village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Walvihir village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,755 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Walvihir village is about 49.15%, with male literacy at 54.51% and female literacy at 43.40%.
- There are around 358 households in Walvihir village.
Connectivity of Walvihir
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walvihir. As per the 2011 stats, Walvihir 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 Walvihir
Knowing the nearby villages of Walvihir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walvihir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walvihir
- Where is Walvihir located?
- Walvihir village is situated in Igatpuri Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walvihir?
- Walvihir serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Walvihir?
- The pincode of Walvihir is 422402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Walvihir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walvihir is 2,228, with 1,152 males and 1,076 females.
- How many households are there in Walvihir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walvihir village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walvihir as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walvihir is 49.15%. The male literacy rate is 54.51%, while the female literacy rate is 43.40%.