Vaskhar - Alibag, Raigad
Vaskhar is a village situated in the Alibag tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Alibag and around 20 km from Alibag. Chinchoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaskhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaskhar is 554184. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 402203 pincode.
Vaskhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Vaskhar
Vaskhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bapale | East | 1.09 km |
| Chinchoti | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Diviparangi | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Deotalai Tarf Umate | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Morkhol | East | 1.72 km |
| Tajpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Bhonang | South | 2.16 km |
| Walawali | North | 2.27 km |
| Andoshi | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Malade | South-East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaskhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vaskhar. The nearest railway station is Kasu, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Alibag to Vaskhar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaskhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaskhar 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 Vaskhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaskhar 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 Vaskhar
Where is Vaskhar located?
Vaskhar village is located in Alibag Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaskhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaskhar is Chinchoti.
What is the pincode of Vaskhar?
The pincode of Vaskhar is 402203.