Vehelgaon - Nandgaon, Nashik
Vehelgaon is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Vahelgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vehelgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vehelgaon is 550367. The village covers a total geographical area of 2377.21 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vehelgaon 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 Vehelgaon
As per Census 2011, Vehelgaon village has a total population of 4,245 people, consisting of 2,164 males and 2,081 females. The village has 882 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,512 literate and 1,733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 994 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vehelgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,245 | 2,164 | 2,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 325 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 129 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 994 | 492 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 2,512 | 1,453 | 1,059 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,733 | 711 | 1,022 |
Nearby Villages of Vehelgaon
Vehelgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malgaon | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Manglane | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Palashi | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Borale | North | 4.77 km |
| Talwade | South | 5.15 km |
| Kalamdari | West | 5.70 km |
| Kakadane | East | 6.26 km |
| Amode | North | 6.26 km |
| Nandre | North-East | 6.51 km |
| Jamdari | South-West | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vehelgaon
Vehelgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naydongri, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 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 Nandgaon to Vehelgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vehelgaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vehelgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vehelgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vehelgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vehelgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vehelgaon
Where is Vehelgaon located?
Vehelgaon village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vehelgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Vehelgaon is Vahelgaon.
What is the pincode of Vehelgaon?
The pincode of Vehelgaon is 423106.
What is the population of Vehelgaon?
Vehelgaon has a total population of 4,245, including 2,164 males and 2,081 females.
How many households are there in Vehelgaon?
There are 882 households in Vehelgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Vehelgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vehelgaon is 59.18%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 50.89%.