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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vandre village had a total population of 980 people, including 518 males and 462 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.47%, with male literacy at 72.77% and female literacy at 59.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 973.
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 | 980 | 518 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 81 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Vandre?
Vandre is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vandre?
The pincode of Vandre is 421601.
What is the population of Vandre?
Vandre had a total population of 980, including 518 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Vandre?
Vandre had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vandre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vandre was 66.47%. Male literacy was 72.77% and female literacy was 59.65%.