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.
Vehele 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Vehele 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vehele village:
- The total population of Vehele village is around 3,237, including approximately 1,701 males and 1,536 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 423 children aged 0–6 years in Vehele village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vehele village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vehele village is about 69.82%, with male literacy at 75.60% and female literacy at 63.41%.
- There are around 630 households in Vehele village.
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%.