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.
Here you can discover what makes Vadakshiwale unique in its vibrant Ajra-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Vadakshiwale’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 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.
Google Map of Vadakshiwale
Population of Vadakshiwale
According to the 2011 Census, Vadakshiwale has a total population of about 928, with approximately 415 males and 513 females. The sex ratio is around 1236 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 91 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.86%, with male literacy at about 79.04% and female literacy near 60.62%. There are around 269 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadakshiwale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.