Handalwadi
Handalwadi is a village located in Karjat tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Karjat (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Patewadi is the gram panchayat of Handalwadi village.
Handalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Handalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handalwadi is 558552. The village spans a total geographical area of 1292.84 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Handalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Handalwadi 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 Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Handalwadi
Population of Handalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Handalwadi 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 | 882 | 470 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 70 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 319 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 151 | 188 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handalwadi village:
- The total population of Handalwadi village is around 882, including approximately 470 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Handalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Handalwadi village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Handalwadi village is about 61.56%, with male literacy at 67.87% and female literacy at 54.37%.
- There are around 252 households in Handalwadi village.
Connectivity of Handalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Handalwadi 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 Handalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Handalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handalwadi
- Where is Handalwadi located?
- Handalwadi village is situated in Karjat Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handalwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handalwadi is Patewadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Handalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handalwadi is 882, with 470 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Handalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handalwadi village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handalwadi is 61.56%. The male literacy rate is 67.87%, while the female literacy rate is 54.37%.