Val - Bhiwandi, Thane
Val is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Val village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Val is 552663. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.55 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Val village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Val
According to the 2011 Census, Val village had a total population of 1,487 people, including 836 males and 651 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 779 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.51%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 86.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,487 | 836 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 716 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 120 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Val
Val is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Val
Val is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Val.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi Nizampur to Val is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Val is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Val
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Val village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Val
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Val village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Val
Where is Val located?
Val village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Val?
Val is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Val?
The pincode of Val is 421302.
What is the population of Val?
Val had a total population of 1,487, including 836 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Val?
Val had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Val?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Val was 91.51%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 86.05%.