Vavanje
Vavanje is a village located in Panvel tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Panvel (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Vavanje village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vavanje unique in its vibrant Panvel-Raigarh region. You’ll see Vavanje’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 Vavanje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vavanje is 553376. The village spans a total geographical area of 489.53 hectares. Panvel is nearest town to Vavanje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vavanje 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 Panvel Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Maval Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vavanje
Population of Vavanje
According to the 2011 Census, Vavanje has a total population of about 4,017, with approximately 2,126 males and 1,891 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 527 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 446. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.01%, with male literacy at about 75.07% and female literacy near 60.07%. There are around 835 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vavanje's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,017 | 2,126 | 1,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 281 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 223 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 2,732 | 1,596 | 1,136 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,285 | 530 | 755 |
Connectivity of Vavanje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vavanje. As per the 2011 stats, Vavanje 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 Vavanje
Knowing the nearby villages of Vavanje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vavanje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vavanje
- Where is Vavanje located?
- Vavanje village is situated in Panvel Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vavanje?
- Vavanje serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vavanje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vavanje is 4,017, with 2,126 males and 1,891 females.
- How many households are there in Vavanje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vavanje village has a total of 835 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vavanje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vavanje is 68.01%. The male literacy rate is 75.07%, while the female literacy rate is 60.07%.