Vaghivali - Shahapur, Thane
Vaghivali is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Mohili serves as the Village Panchayat for Vaghivali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghivali is 552688. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.9 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vaghivali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghivali
According to the 2011 Census, Vaghivali village had a total population of 253 people, including 133 males and 120 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.00%, with male literacy at 87.72% and female literacy at 73.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghivali
Vaghivali 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 Vaghivali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Vaghivali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Vaghivali is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vaghivali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghivali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghivali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vaghivali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghivali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaghivali
Where is Vaghivali located?
Vaghivali village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vaghivali?
The Village Panchayat of Vaghivali is Mohili.
What is the pincode of Vaghivali?
The pincode of Vaghivali is 421601.
What is the population of Vaghivali?
Vaghivali had a total population of 253, including 133 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Vaghivali?
Vaghivali had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghivali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghivali was 81.00%. Male literacy was 87.72% and female literacy was 73.83%.