Watangi
About Watangi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Watangi village is 567952. Watangi village is located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Vatangi is the gram panchayat of Watangi village.
The total geographical area of village is 909 hectares. Watangi has a total population of 2,035 peoples, out of which male population is 927 while female population is 1,108. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1195 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of watangi village is 63.44% out of which 73.14% males and 55.32% females are literate. There are about 523 houses in watangi village. Pincode of watangi village locality is 416504.
When it comes to administration, Watangi 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, Watangi village comes under Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to watangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Watangi
The population details of Watangi 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 | 2,035 | 927 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 205 | 99 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 133 | 61 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,291 | 678 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 249 | 495 |
Connectivity of Watangi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watangi
Where is Watangi located?
Watangi village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Watangi is Vatangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Watangi?
The pincode of Watangi is 416504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Watangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watangi is 2,035, with 927 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Watangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Watangi village has a total of 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watangi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watangi is 63.44%. The male literacy rate is 73.14%, while the female literacy rate is 55.32%.