Vadghar - Vasai, Palghar
Vadghar is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from Vasai and around 50 km from Thane. Medhe-vadghar serves as the Village Panchayat for Vadghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadghar is 552417. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.41 hectares and falls under the 401303 pincode. Virar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Vadghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadghar
According to the 2011 Census, Vadghar village had a total population of 989 people, including 512 males and 477 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.99%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 690.
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 | 989 | 512 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 690 | 348 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 363 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 149 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Vadghar
Vadghar 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 Vadghar
Public transport in the Vadghar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Vadghar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Virar to Vadghar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vadghar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vadghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadghar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadghar
Where is Vadghar located?
Vadghar village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vadghar?
The Village Panchayat of Vadghar is Medhe-vadghar.
What is the pincode of Vadghar?
The pincode of Vadghar is 401303.
What is the population of Vadghar?
Vadghar had a total population of 989, including 512 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Vadghar?
Vadghar had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadghar was 73.99%. Male literacy was 80.85% and female literacy was 66.67%.