Vadel - Malegaon, Nashik
Vadel is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Vadel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadel is 550185. The village covers a total geographical area of 1682 hectares and falls under the 423206 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vadel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadel
As per Census 2011, Vadel village has a total population of 6,821 people, consisting of 3,501 males and 3,320 females. The village has 1,379 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 859 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,573 literate and 2,248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 523 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,821 | 3,501 | 3,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 859 | 445 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 274 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,316 | 657 | 659 |
| Literate Population | 4,573 | 2,545 | 2,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,248 | 956 | 1,292 |
Nearby Villages of Vadel
Vadel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tipe | North | 2.87 km |
| Ajang | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Mordar | North | 3.76 km |
| Dabli | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Kankrale | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Kashti | South-East | 5.48 km |
| Khakurdi | North-West | 5.62 km |
| Kukane | East | 6.02 km |
| Sawatawadi | West | 6.54 km |
| Satmane | West | 6.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadel
Vadel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Vadel is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vadel is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadel
Where is Vadel located?
Vadel village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadel?
Vadel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadel?
The pincode of Vadel is 423206.
What is the population of Vadel?
Vadel has a total population of 6,821, including 3,501 males and 3,320 females.
How many households are there in Vadel?
There are 1,379 households in Vadel.
What is the literacy rate in Vadel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadel is 67.04%. Male literacy is 72.69% and female literacy is 61.08%.