Vitthalnagar - Vikramgad, Palghar
Vitthalnagar is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Vikramgad and around 90 km from Thane. Wehelpada serves as the Village Panchayat for Vitthalnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitthalnagar is 551764. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.08 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vitthalnagar 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 Vitthalnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Vitthalnagar village had a total population of 959 people, including 472 males and 487 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.17%, with male literacy at 72.00% and female literacy at 49.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 958.
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 | 959 | 472 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 958 | 472 | 486 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 288 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 184 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Vitthalnagar
Vitthalnagar 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 Vitthalnagar
Public transport in the Vitthalnagar is mainly available through shared van 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 Dahanu to Vitthalnagar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vitthalnagar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitthalnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitthalnagar 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 Vitthalnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitthalnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vitthalnagar
Where is Vitthalnagar located?
Vitthalnagar village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vitthalnagar?
The Village Panchayat of Vitthalnagar is Wehelpada.
What is the pincode of Vitthalnagar?
The pincode of Vitthalnagar is 401605.
What is the population of Vitthalnagar?
Vitthalnagar had a total population of 959, including 472 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Vitthalnagar?
Vitthalnagar had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vitthalnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitthalnagar was 60.17%. Male literacy was 72.00% and female literacy was 49.19%.