Vangani - Jawhar, Palghar
Vangani is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Jawhar and around 135 km from Thane. Vavar serves as the Village Panchayat for Vangani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vangani is 551862. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Vangani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vangani
According to the 2011 Census, Vangani village had a total population of 1,268 people, including 672 males and 596 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 60.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,263.
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 | 1,268 | 672 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,263 | 669 | 594 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 442 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 230 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Vangani
Vangani 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 Vangani
Vangani 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 Jawhar to Vangani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vangani is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vangani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vangani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vangani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vangani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vangani
Where is Vangani located?
Vangani village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vangani?
The Village Panchayat of Vangani is Vavar.
What is the pincode of Vangani?
The pincode of Vangani is 401603.
What is the population of Vangani?
Vangani had a total population of 1,268, including 672 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Vangani?
Vangani had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vangani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vangani was 70.00%. Male literacy was 78.51% and female literacy was 60.36%.