Varai Bk. - Wada, Palghar
Varai Bk. is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Vada and around 76 km from Thane. Moj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varai Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varai Bk. is 552157. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.6 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Varai Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Varai Bk.
As per Census 2011, Varai Bk. village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 55 males and 57 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varai Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 20 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Varai Bk.
Varai Bk. 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 Varai Bk.
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Varai Bk..
| 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 Jawhar to Varai Bk. is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Varai Bk. is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varai Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varai Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Varai Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varai Bk. 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 Varai Bk.
Where is Varai Bk. located?
Varai Bk. village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varai Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Varai Bk. is Moj.
What is the pincode of Varai Bk.?
The pincode of Varai Bk. is 421303.
What is the population of Varai Bk.?
Varai Bk. has a total population of 112, including 55 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Varai Bk.?
There are 25 households in Varai Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Varai Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varai Bk. is 53.57%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 43.86%.