Vihigaon
Vihigaon is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vihigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vihigaon unique in its vibrant Shahapur-Thane region. You’ll see Vihigaon’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 Vihigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihigaon is 552751. The village spans a total geographical area of 1669.76 hectares. Igatpuri is nearest town to Vihigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Vihigaon
Population of Vihigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vihigaon has a total population of about 1,830, with approximately 921 males and 909 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 313 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,752. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.89%, with male literacy at about 44.84% and female literacy near 28.82%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vihigaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,830 | 921 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,752 | 881 | 871 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 413 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,155 | 508 | 647 |
Connectivity of Vihigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vihigaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vihigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vihigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vihigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vihigaon
- Where is Vihigaon located?
- Vihigaon village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vihigaon?
- Vihigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vihigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihigaon is 1,830, with 921 males and 909 females.
- How many households are there in Vihigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihigaon village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihigaon is 36.89%. The male literacy rate is 44.84%, while the female literacy rate is 28.82%.