Vakwadi
Vakwadi is a village located in Kundapura taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kundapura (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Kalavara is the gram panchayat of Vakwadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Vakwadi unique in its vibrant Kundapura-Udupi region. You’ll see Vakwadi’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 Vakwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakwadi is 608729. The village spans a total geographical area of 533.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576257. Kundapur is nearest town to Vakwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Vakwadi
Population of Vakwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Vakwadi has a total population of about 2,763, with approximately 1,294 males and 1,469 females. The sex ratio is around 1135 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 184 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 52. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.32%, with male literacy at about 81.38% and female literacy near 69.98%. There are around 549 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vakwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,763 | 1,294 | 1,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,053 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 241 | 441 |
Connectivity of Vakwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Vakwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vakwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Vakwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vakwadi
- Where is Vakwadi located?
- Vakwadi village is situated in Kundapura Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vakwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vakwadi is Kalavara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vakwadi?
- The pincode of Vakwadi is 576257, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vakwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakwadi is 2,763, with 1,294 males and 1,469 females.
- How many households are there in Vakwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vakwadi village has a total of 549 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vakwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakwadi is 75.32%. The male literacy rate is 81.38%, while the female literacy rate is 69.98%.