Vittalgaon - Shahapur, Thane
Vittalgaon is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Shil serves as the Village Panchayat for Vittalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vittalgaon is 552852. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Vittalgaon 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 Vittalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vittalgaon village had a total population of 810 people, including 392 males and 418 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.78%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 70.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 810 | 392 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 315 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 77 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Vittalgaon
Vittalgaon 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 Vittalgaon
Vittalgaon 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 Vittalgaon is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vittalgaon 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 Vittalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vittalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vittalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vittalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vittalgaon
Where is Vittalgaon located?
Vittalgaon village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vittalgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Vittalgaon is Shil.
What is the pincode of Vittalgaon?
The pincode of Vittalgaon is 421601.
What is the population of Vittalgaon?
Vittalgaon had a total population of 810, including 392 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Vittalgaon?
Vittalgaon had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vittalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vittalgaon was 79.78%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 70.29%.