Vihule
Vihule is a village located in Mangaon tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Mangaon (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Vihule village is also a gram panchayat.
Vihule has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vihule
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihule is 554659. The village spans a total geographical area of 184 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Vihule village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vihule village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vihule
Population of Vihule
Below is a concise population overview of Vihule as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 169 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 45 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 132 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 37 | 75 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vihule village:
- The total population of Vihule village is around 358, including approximately 169 males and 189 females, with a sex ratio of 1118 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Vihule village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vihule village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vihule village is about 68.72%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 60.32%.
- There are around 102 households in Vihule village.
Connectivity of Vihule
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihule. As per the 2011 stats, Vihule had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vihule
Knowing the nearby villages of Vihule helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vihule.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vihule
- Where is Vihule located?
- Vihule village is situated in Mangaon Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vihule?
- Vihule serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vihule as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihule is 358, with 169 males and 189 females.
- How many households are there in Vihule as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihule village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihule as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihule is 68.72%. The male literacy rate is 78.11%, while the female literacy rate is 60.32%.