Nelwagi
Nelwagi is a village located in Badami taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Badami (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Nandikeshwar is the gram panchayat of Nelwagi village.
Here you can discover what makes Nelwagi unique in its vibrant Badami-Bagalkot region. You’ll see Nelwagi’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 Nelwagi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nelwagi is 598747. The village spans a total geographical area of 518.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587201. Badami is nearest town to Nelwagi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nelwagi 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 Badami Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nelwagi
Population of Nelwagi
According to the 2011 Census, Nelwagi has a total population of about 1,125, with approximately 556 males and 569 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 299. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.53%, with male literacy at about 66.73% and female literacy near 46.57%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nelwagi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,125 | 556 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 152 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 371 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 185 | 304 |
Connectivity of Nelwagi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nelwagi. As per the 2011 stats, Nelwagi 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 Nelwagi
Knowing the nearby villages of Nelwagi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nelwagi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nelwagi
- Where is Nelwagi located?
- Nelwagi village is situated in Badami Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nelwagi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nelwagi is Nandikeshwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nelwagi?
- The pincode of Nelwagi is 587201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nelwagi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nelwagi is 1,125, with 556 males and 569 females.
- How many households are there in Nelwagi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nelwagi village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nelwagi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nelwagi is 56.53%. The male literacy rate is 66.73%, while the female literacy rate is 46.57%.