Vihour
Vihour is a village located in Murud tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Murud (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Vihoor is the gram panchayat of Vihour village.
Here you can discover what makes Vihour unique in its vibrant Murud-Raigarh region. You’ll see Vihour’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vihour
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihour is 554254. The village spans a total geographical area of 634.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402401. Murud is nearest town to Vihour village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Vihour
Population of Vihour
According to the 2011 Census, Vihour has a total population of about 2,021, with approximately 912 males and 1,109 females. The sex ratio is around 1216 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.03%, with male literacy at about 74.34% and female literacy near 71.96%. There are around 469 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vihour's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,021 | 912 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 128 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 65 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 678 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 234 | 311 |
Connectivity of Vihour
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihour. As per the 2011 stats, Vihour had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vihour
Knowing the nearby villages of Vihour helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vihour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vihour
- Where is Vihour located?
- Vihour village is situated in Murud Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vihour?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vihour is Vihoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vihour?
- The pincode of Vihour is 402401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vihour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihour is 2,021, with 912 males and 1,109 females.
- How many households are there in Vihour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihour village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihour is 73.03%. The male literacy rate is 74.34%, while the female literacy rate is 71.96%.