Vedhe

Vedhe is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vedhe village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Vedhe unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Vedhe’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 Vedhe

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vedhe is 552498. The village spans a total geographical area of 358.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421302. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Vedhe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Vedhe 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.

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Population of Vedhe

According to the 2011 Census, Vedhe has a total population of about 1,195, with approximately 597 males and 598 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 327. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.14%, with male literacy at about 77.22% and female literacy near 69.06%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vedhe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,195 597 598
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 139 77 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 41 24 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 327 155 172
Literate Population 874 461 413
Illiterate Population 321 136 185

Connectivity of Vedhe

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Vedhe

Where is Vedhe located?
Vedhe village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vedhe?
Vedhe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vedhe?
The pincode of Vedhe is 421302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vedhe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vedhe is 1,195, with 597 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Vedhe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vedhe village has a total of 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vedhe as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vedhe is 73.14%. The male literacy rate is 77.22%, while the female literacy rate is 69.06%.