Valkas
About Valkas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Valkas village is 552919. Valkas village is located in Kalyan tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyan (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Behere is the gram panchayat of Valkas village.
The total geographical area of village is 142.33 hectares. Valkas has a total population of 437 peoples, out of which male population is 232 while female population is 205. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 883 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of valkas village is 61.33% out of which 68.10% males and 53.66% females are literate. There are about 94 houses in valkas village. Pincode of valkas village locality is 421301.
When it comes to administration, Valkas village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Valkas village comes under Murbad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency. Kalyan-dombivli is nearest town to valkas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Valkas
The population details of Valkas cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 232 | 205 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 158 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 74 | 95 |
Connectivity of Valkas
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Valkas
Where is Valkas located?
Valkas village is situated in Kalyan Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valkas?
The Gram Panchayat of Valkas is Behere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Valkas?
The pincode of Valkas is 421301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valkas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valkas is 437, with 232 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Valkas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valkas village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valkas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valkas is 61.33%. The male literacy rate is 68.10%, while the female literacy rate is 53.66%.