Vandre - Shahapur, Thane
Vandre is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Vandre village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vandre is 552715. The village covers a total geographical area of 914 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Vandre 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 Vandre
As per Census 2011, Vandre village has a total population of 980 people, consisting of 518 males and 462 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 973 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vandre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 | 518 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 81 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 973 | 514 | 459 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 318 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 200 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Vandre
Vandre 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 Vandre
Vandre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vandre is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vandre is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vandre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vandre 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 Vandre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vandre 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 Vandre
Where is Vandre located?
Vandre village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vandre?
Vandre is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vandre?
The pincode of Vandre is 421601.
What is the population of Vandre?
Vandre has a total population of 980, including 518 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Vandre?
There are 164 households in Vandre.
What is the literacy rate in Vandre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vandre is 57.04%. Male literacy is 61.39% and female literacy is 52.16%.