Vadmal - Surgana, Nashik
Vadmal is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Biwal serves as the Village Panchayat for Vadmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadmal is 549674. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.37 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Vadmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadmal
According to the 2011 Census, Vadmal village had a total population of 451 people, including 222 males and 229 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.20%, with male literacy at 73.14% and female literacy at 53.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 451.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 222 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 222 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 128 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 94 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Vadmal
Vadmal 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 Vadmal
Vadmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nashik to Vadmal is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadmal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vadmal
Where is Vadmal located?
Vadmal village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vadmal?
The Village Panchayat of Vadmal is Biwal.
What is the pincode of Vadmal?
The pincode of Vadmal is 422211.
What is the population of Vadmal?
Vadmal had a total population of 451, including 222 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Vadmal?
Vadmal had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadmal was 63.20%. Male literacy was 73.14% and female literacy was 53.59%.