Vaitakwadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Vaitakwadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Turkewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaitakwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaitakwadi is 568166. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.55 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Vaitakwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaitakwadi
As per Census 2011, Vaitakwadi village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 493 males and 470 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 697 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaitakwadi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vaitakwadi
Vaitakwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vaitakwadi
Vaitakwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belgaum(karnataka) to Vaitakwadi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Vaitakwadi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaitakwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaitakwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaitakwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaitakwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaitakwadi
Where is Vaitakwadi located?
Vaitakwadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaitakwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaitakwadi is Turkewadi.
What is the pincode of Vaitakwadi?
The pincode of Vaitakwadi is 416507.
What is the population of Vaitakwadi?
Vaitakwadi has a total population of 963, including 493 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Vaitakwadi?
There are 213 households in Vaitakwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Vaitakwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaitakwadi is 72.38%. Male literacy is 77.69% and female literacy is 66.81%.