Vehele - Bhiwandi, Thane
Vehele is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Vehele village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vehele is 552668. The village covers a total geographical area of 644 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vehele 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 Vehele
According to the 2011 Census, Vehele village had a total population of 3,237 people, including 1,701 males and 1,536 females, living in 630 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.31%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 72.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vehele
Vehele 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 Vehele
Vehele is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vehele.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Vehele is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vehele is about 15 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 Vehele
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vehele village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vehele
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vehele village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vehele
Where is Vehele located?
Vehele village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vehele?
Vehele is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vehele?
The pincode of Vehele is 421302.
What is the population of Vehele?
Vehele had a total population of 3,237, including 1,701 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Vehele?
Vehele had 630 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vehele?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vehele was 80.31%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 72.90%.