Vankas - Dahanu, Palghar
Vankas is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from Dahanu and around 150 km from Thane. Vankas village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankas is 551620. The village covers a total geographical area of 870 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Vankas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vankas
According to the 2011 Census, Vankas village had a total population of 4,019 people, including 1,903 males and 2,116 females, living in 713 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.67%, with male literacy at 47.68% and female literacy at 22.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,005.
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 | 4,019 | 1,903 | 2,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 878 | 416 | 462 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,005 | 1,900 | 2,105 |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 709 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,930 | 1,194 | 1,736 |
Nearby Villages of Vankas
Vankas 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 Vankas
Public transport in the Vankas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vankas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Vankas is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vankas is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vankas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankas 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 Vankas
Where is Vankas located?
Vankas village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vankas?
Vankas is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vankas?
The pincode of Vankas is 401606.
What is the population of Vankas?
Vankas had a total population of 4,019, including 1,903 males and 2,116 females.
How many households are there in Vankas?
Vankas had 713 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vankas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankas was 34.67%. Male literacy was 47.68% and female literacy was 22.97%.