Vadghar
Vadghar is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vadgahr is the gram panchayat of Vadghar village.
Vadghar has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Vadghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadghar is 552481. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.61 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Vadghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadghar 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vadghar
Population of Vadghar
Below is a concise population overview of Vadghar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 723 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 87 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 589 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 134 | 225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadghar village:
- The total population of Vadghar village is around 1,380, including approximately 723 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Vadghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadghar village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Vadghar village is about 73.99%, with male literacy at 81.47% and female literacy at 65.75%.
- There are around 286 households in Vadghar village.
Connectivity of Vadghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadghar. As per the 2011 stats, Vadghar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vadghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadghar
- Where is Vadghar located?
- Vadghar village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadghar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vadghar is Vadgahr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vadghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadghar is 1,380, with 723 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Vadghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadghar village has a total of 286 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadghar is 73.99%. The male literacy rate is 81.47%, while the female literacy rate is 65.75%.