Vafe
Vafe is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 0.5km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vafe village is also a gram panchayat.
Vafe 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 Vafe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vafe is 552876. The village spans a total geographical area of 210.45 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Vafe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Vafe
Population of Vafe
Below is a concise population overview of Vafe 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 | 3,760 | 1,922 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 232 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 204 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 810 | 375 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 2,926 | 1,563 | 1,363 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 359 | 475 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vafe village:
- The total population of Vafe village is around 3,760, including approximately 1,922 males and 1,838 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 466 children aged 0–6 years in Vafe village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vafe village has 365 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 810 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vafe village is about 77.82%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 74.16%.
- There are around 804 households in Vafe village.
Connectivity of Vafe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vafe. As per the 2011 stats, Vafe 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vafe
Knowing the nearby villages of Vafe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vafe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vafe
- Where is Vafe located?
- Vafe village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vafe?
- Vafe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vafe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vafe is 3,760, with 1,922 males and 1,838 females.
- How many households are there in Vafe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vafe village has a total of 804 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vafe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vafe is 77.82%. The male literacy rate is 81.32%, while the female literacy rate is 74.16%.