Handewadi
Handewadi is a village located in Kopargaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kopargaon (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Handewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Handewadi unique in its vibrant Kopargaon-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Handewadi’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 Handewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handewadi is 557505. The village spans a total geographical area of 221 hectares. Kopargaon is nearest town to Handewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Handewadi 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 Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Handewadi
Population of Handewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Handewadi has a total population of about 911, with approximately 488 males and 423 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 141. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.05%, with male literacy at about 74.39% and female literacy near 62.88%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Handewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 488 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 363 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 125 | 157 |
Connectivity of Handewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Handewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Handewadi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Handewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Handewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Handewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Handewadi
- Where is Handewadi located?
- Handewadi village is situated in Kopargaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handewadi?
- Handewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Handewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handewadi is 911, with 488 males and 423 females.
- How many households are there in Handewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handewadi village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handewadi is 69.05%. The male literacy rate is 74.39%, while the female literacy rate is 62.88%.