Vaveghar
Vaveghar is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Manda Vaveghar is the gram panchayat of Vaveghar village.
Here you can discover what makes Vaveghar unique in its vibrant Vada-Thane region. You’ll see Vaveghar’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 Vaveghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaveghar is 552023. The village spans a total geographical area of 183 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Vaveghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vaveghar 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 Vaveghar
Population of Vaveghar
According to the 2011 Census, Vaveghar has a total population of about 671, with approximately 347 males and 324 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 272. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.04%, with male literacy at about 76.66% and female literacy near 62.96%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaveghar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 347 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 148 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 266 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 81 | 120 |
Connectivity of Vaveghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaveghar. As per the 2011 stats, Vaveghar 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 Vaveghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaveghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaveghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaveghar
- Where is Vaveghar located?
- Vaveghar village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaveghar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vaveghar is Manda Vaveghar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vaveghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaveghar is 671, with 347 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Vaveghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaveghar village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaveghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaveghar is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 76.66%, while the female literacy rate is 62.96%.