Vadakshiwale

Vadakshiwale is a village located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Vadakshivale is the gram panchayat of Vadakshiwale village.

Vadakshiwale 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 Vadakshiwale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadakshiwale is 567880. The village spans a total geographical area of 426.76 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Vadakshiwale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Vadakshiwale 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 Kagal 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.

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Population of Vadakshiwale

Below is a concise population overview of Vadakshiwale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 928 415 513
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 35 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 91 41 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 639 328 311
Illiterate Population 289 87 202

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadakshiwale village:

  • The total population of Vadakshiwale village is around 928, including approximately 415 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 1236 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Vadakshiwale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vadakshiwale village has 91 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Vadakshiwale village is about 68.86%, with male literacy at 79.04% and female literacy at 60.62%.
  • There are around 269 households in Vadakshiwale village.

Connectivity of Vadakshiwale

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Vadakshiwale

Where is Vadakshiwale located?
Vadakshiwale village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadakshiwale?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadakshiwale is Vadakshivale (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Vadakshiwale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadakshiwale is 928, with 415 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Vadakshiwale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vadakshiwale village has a total of 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadakshiwale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadakshiwale is 68.86%. The male literacy rate is 79.04%, while the female literacy rate is 60.62%.