Vaitakwadi
Vaitakwadi is a village located in Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Chandgad (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Turkewadi is the gram panchayat of Vaitakwadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Vaitakwadi unique in its vibrant Chandgad-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Vaitakwadi’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 Vaitakwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaitakwadi is 568166. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416507. Belgaum(karnataka) is nearest town to Vaitakwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Vaitakwadi
Population of Vaitakwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Vaitakwadi has a total population of about 963, with approximately 493 males and 470 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.38%, with male literacy at about 77.69% and female literacy near 66.81%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vaitakwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 493 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 62 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 383 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 110 | 156 |
Connectivity of Vaitakwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaitakwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Vaitakwadi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaitakwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaitakwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaitakwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaitakwadi
- Where is Vaitakwadi located?
- Vaitakwadi village is situated in Chandgad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaitakwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vaitakwadi is Turkewadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vaitakwadi?
- The pincode of Vaitakwadi is 416507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaitakwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaitakwadi is 963, with 493 males and 470 females.
- How many households are there in Vaitakwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaitakwadi village has a total of 213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaitakwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaitakwadi is 72.38%. The male literacy rate is 77.69%, while the female literacy rate is 66.81%.