Valak

Valak is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Balawali is the gram panchayat of Valak village.

Valak 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 Valak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valak is 553888. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402107. Pen is nearest town to Valak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Valak

Below is a concise population overview of Valak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 226 119 107
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 11 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 156 92 64
Illiterate Population 70 27 43

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Valak village:

  • The total population of Valak village is around 226, including approximately 119 males and 107 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Valak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Valak village has 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Valak village is about 69.03%, with male literacy at 77.31% and female literacy at 59.81%.
  • There are around 52 households in Valak village.

Connectivity of Valak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valak. As per the 2011 stats, Valak 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Valak

Knowing the nearby villages of Valak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valak.

Nidhavali Jawali Karodi Padale Mungoshi Ambivali Hamrapur Waredi Dutarfa Sapoli Kharsapoli Nagadi Sapoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Valak

Where is Valak located?
Valak village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valak?
The Gram Panchayat of Valak is Balawali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Valak?
The pincode of Valak is 402107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valak is 226, with 119 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Valak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valak village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valak is 69.03%. The male literacy rate is 77.31%, while the female literacy rate is 59.81%.