Vihal

Vihal is a village located in Karmala tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Karmala (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Vihal village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Vihal unique in its vibrant Karmala-Solapur region. You’ll see Vihal’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 Vihal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihal is 561802. The village spans a total geographical area of 1330.61 hectares. Karmala is nearest town to Vihal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Vihal 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 Karmala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Vihal

According to the 2011 Census, Vihal has a total population of about 1,590, with approximately 833 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.84%, with male literacy at about 70.83% and female literacy near 58.26%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vihal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,590 833 757
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 185 104 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 268 132 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 11 7
Literate Population 1,031 590 441
Illiterate Population 559 243 316

Connectivity of Vihal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihal. As per the 2011 stats, Vihal 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 Vihal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Vihal

Where is Vihal located?
Vihal village is situated in Karmala Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vihal?
Vihal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Vihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihal is 1,590, with 833 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Vihal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vihal village has a total of 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vihal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihal is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 70.83%, while the female literacy rate is 58.26%.