Vihighar
About Vihighar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vihighar village is 553407. Vihighar village is located in Panvel tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Panvel (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Chipale is the gram panchayat of Vihighar village.
The total geographical area of village is 148.01 hectares. Vihighar has a total population of 1,175 peoples, out of which male population is 596 while female population is 579. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vihighar village is 72.77% out of which 80.37% males and 64.94% females are literate. There are about 249 houses in vihighar village. Pincode of vihighar village locality is 410206.
When it comes to administration, Vihighar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Vihighar village comes under Panvel Vidhan Sabha constituency & Maval Lok Sabha constituency. Panvel is nearest town to vihighar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Vihighar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,175 | 596 | 579 |
| Children (0-6) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 855 | 479 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 117 | 203 |
Connectivity of Vihighar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vihighar
Where is Vihighar located?
Vihighar village is situated in Panvel Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vihighar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vihighar is Chipale (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vihighar?
The pincode of Vihighar is 410206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vihighar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihighar is 1,175, with 596 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Vihighar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vihighar village has a total of 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vihighar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihighar is 72.77%. The male literacy rate is 80.37%, while the female literacy rate is 64.94%.