Vaghote
Vaghote is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Shelte is the gram panchayat of Vaghote village.
Vaghote has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vaghote
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaghote is 552025. The village spans a total geographical area of 235.28 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Vaghote village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vaghote village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vaghote
Population of Vaghote
Below is a concise population overview of Vaghote as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 121 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 91 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 30 | 54 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vaghote village:
- The total population of Vaghote village is around 244, including approximately 121 males and 123 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Vaghote village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vaghote village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 208 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vaghote village is about 65.57%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 56.10%.
- There are around 49 households in Vaghote village.
Connectivity of Vaghote
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaghote. As per the 2011 stats, Vaghote had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaghote
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaghote helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaghote.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaghote
- Where is Vaghote located?
- Vaghote village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaghote?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vaghote is Shelte (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vaghote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaghote is 244, with 121 males and 123 females.
- How many households are there in Vaghote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaghote village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaghote as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaghote is 65.57%. The male literacy rate is 75.21%, while the female literacy rate is 56.10%.