Handewadi
Handewadi is a village located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kolindre is the gram panchayat of Handewadi village.
Handewadi has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Handewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Handewadi is 567939. The village spans a total geographical area of 157 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Handewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km 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 Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur 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
Below is a concise population overview of Handewadi 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 | 391 | 197 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 141 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 56 | 101 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Handewadi village:
- The total population of Handewadi village is around 391, including approximately 197 males and 194 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Handewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Handewadi village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Handewadi village is about 59.85%, with male literacy at 71.57% and female literacy at 47.94%.
- There are around 112 households in Handewadi village.
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 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 Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Handewadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Handewadi is Kolindre (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Handewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Handewadi is 391, with 197 males and 194 females.
- How many households are there in Handewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Handewadi village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Handewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Handewadi is 59.85%. The male literacy rate is 71.57%, while the female literacy rate is 47.94%.