Vehele
Vehele is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vehele village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vehele unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Vehele’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 Vehele
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vehele is 552668. The village spans a total geographical area of 644 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Vehele village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vehele 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 Vehele
Population of Vehele
According to the 2011 Census, Vehele has a total population of about 3,237, with approximately 1,701 males and 1,536 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 423 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.82%, with male literacy at about 75.60% and female literacy near 63.41%. There are around 630 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vehele's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,237 | 1,701 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 223 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,260 | 1,286 | 974 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 415 | 562 |
Connectivity of Vehele
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vehele. As per the 2011 stats, Vehele 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 Vehele
Knowing the nearby villages of Vehele helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vehele.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vehele
- Where is Vehele located?
- Vehele village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vehele?
- Vehele serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vehele as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vehele is 3,237, with 1,701 males and 1,536 females.
- How many households are there in Vehele as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vehele village has a total of 630 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vehele as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vehele is 69.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.60%, while the female literacy rate is 63.41%.