Vafale

Vafale is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kurund is the gram panchayat of Vafale village.

Vafale 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 Vafale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vafale is 552532. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.9 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Vafale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Vafale

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 795 422 373
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 56 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 47 28 19
Literate Population 569 323 246
Illiterate Population 226 99 127

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

  • The total population of Vafale village is around 795, including approximately 422 males and 373 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Vafale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vafale village has 47 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Vafale village is about 71.57%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 65.95%.
  • There are around 163 households in Vafale village.

Connectivity of Vafale

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

Nearby Villages of Vafale

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Vafale

Where is Vafale located?
Vafale village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vafale?
The Gram Panchayat of Vafale is Kurund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Vafale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vafale is 795, with 422 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Vafale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vafale village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vafale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vafale is 71.57%. The male literacy rate is 76.54%, while the female literacy rate is 65.95%.