Mengalwadi

Mengalwadi is a village located in Shrigonda tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shrigonda (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Rajapur Gruop is the gram panchayat of Mengalwadi village.

Here you can discover what makes Mengalwadi unique in its vibrant Shrigonda-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Mengalwadi’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 Mengalwadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mengalwadi is 558414. The village spans a total geographical area of 536.77 hectares. Shrigonda is nearest town to Mengalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mengalwadi 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 Shrigonda 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.

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Population of Mengalwadi

According to the 2011 Census, Mengalwadi has a total population of about 881, with approximately 457 males and 424 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.40%, with male literacy at about 77.90% and female literacy near 64.39%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mengalwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 881 457 424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 47 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3 1 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 7 6
Literate Population 629 356 273
Illiterate Population 252 101 151

Connectivity of Mengalwadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mengalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Mengalwadi 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 Mengalwadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Mengalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mengalwadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mengalwadi

Where is Mengalwadi located?
Mengalwadi village is situated in Shrigonda Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mengalwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mengalwadi is Rajapur Gruop (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mengalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mengalwadi is 881, with 457 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Mengalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mengalwadi village has a total of 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mengalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mengalwadi is 71.40%. The male literacy rate is 77.90%, while the female literacy rate is 64.39%.