Vahal
About Vahal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vahal village is 565319. Vahal village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Vahal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1077 hectares. Vahal has a total population of 2,547 peoples, out of which male population is 1,219 while female population is 1,328. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1089 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vahal village is 73.14% out of which 81.95% males and 65.06% females are literate. There are about 578 houses in vahal village. Pincode of vahal village locality is 415641.
When it comes to administration, Vahal 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, Vahal village comes under Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to vahal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Vahal
The population details of Vahal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,547 | 1,219 | 1,328 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 247 | 113 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,863 | 999 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 220 | 464 |
Connectivity of Vahal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vahal
Where is Vahal located?
Vahal village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vahal?
Vahal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vahal?
The pincode of Vahal is 415641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vahal is 2,547, with 1,219 males and 1,328 females.
How many households are there in Vahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vahal village has a total of 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vahal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vahal is 73.14%. The male literacy rate is 81.95%, while the female literacy rate is 65.06%.