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.
Here you can discover what makes Vafe unique in its vibrant Shahapur-Thane region. You’ll see Vafe’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vafe has a total population of about 3,760, with approximately 1,922 males and 1,838 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 466 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 365 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 810. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.82%, with male literacy at about 81.32% and female literacy near 74.16%. There are around 804 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vafe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.