Vilkos Tarf Vada - Wada, Palghar
Vilkos Tarf Vada is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Vada and around 70 km from Thane. Sarasohal serves as the Village Panchayat for Vilkos Tarf Vada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilkos Tarf Vada is 552077. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.48 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vilkos Tarf Vada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vilkos Tarf Vada
According to the 2011 Census, Vilkos Tarf Vada village had a total population of 359 people, including 187 males and 172 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.20%, with male literacy at 82.04% and female literacy at 58.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 234.
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 | 359 | 187 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 137 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 50 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Vilkos Tarf Vada
Vilkos Tarf Vada 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 Vilkos Tarf Vada
Public transport in the Vilkos Tarf Vada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palghar to Vilkos Tarf Vada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vilkos Tarf Vada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vilkos Tarf Vada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilkos Tarf Vada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vilkos Tarf Vada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilkos Tarf Vada 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 Vilkos Tarf Vada
Where is Vilkos Tarf Vada located?
Vilkos Tarf Vada village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vilkos Tarf Vada?
The Village Panchayat of Vilkos Tarf Vada is Sarasohal.
What is the pincode of Vilkos Tarf Vada?
The pincode of Vilkos Tarf Vada is 421303.
What is the population of Vilkos Tarf Vada?
Vilkos Tarf Vada had a total population of 359, including 187 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Vilkos Tarf Vada?
Vilkos Tarf Vada had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vilkos Tarf Vada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilkos Tarf Vada was 71.20%. Male literacy was 82.04% and female literacy was 58.45%.