Handewadi
About Handewadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Handewadi village is 567939. Handewadi village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 157 hectares. Handewadi has a total population of 391 peoples, out of which male population is 197 while female population is 194. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 984 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of handewadi village is 59.85% out of which 71.57% males and 47.94% females are literate. There are about 112 houses in handewadi village.
When it comes to administration, Handewadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Handewadi village comes under Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to handewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Handewadi
The population details of Handewadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 197 | 194 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 141 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 56 | 101 |
Connectivity of Handewadi
| 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 |
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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%.