Varhanepada - Malegaon, Nashik
Varhanepada is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Varahane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varhanepada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varhanepada is 550245. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.45 hectares and falls under the 423212 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Varhanepada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varhanepada
As per Census 2011, Varhanepada village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 343 males and 287 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varhanepada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 343 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 60 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 254 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 89 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Varhanepada
Varhanepada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Varhanepada
Varhanepada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Malegaon to Varhanepada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Varhanepada is about 121 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 Varhanepada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varhanepada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Varhanepada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varhanepada 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 Varhanepada
Where is Varhanepada located?
Varhanepada village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varhanepada?
The Gram Panchayat of Varhanepada is Varahane.
What is the pincode of Varhanepada?
The pincode of Varhanepada is 423212.
What is the population of Varhanepada?
Varhanepada has a total population of 630, including 343 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Varhanepada?
There are 136 households in Varhanepada.
What is the literacy rate in Varhanepada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varhanepada is 72.06%. Male literacy is 74.05% and female literacy is 69.69%.