Mungurwadi
Mungurwadi is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Mungurwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Mungurwadi 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 Mungurwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mungurwadi is 568028. The village spans a total geographical area of 203 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Mungurwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mungurwadi 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 Chandgad 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 Mungurwadi
Population of Mungurwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Mungurwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,058 | 453 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 699 | 343 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 110 | 249 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mungurwadi village:
- The total population of Mungurwadi village is around 1,058, including approximately 453 males and 605 females, with a sex ratio of 1335 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Mungurwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mungurwadi village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Mungurwadi village is about 66.07%, with male literacy at 75.72% and female literacy at 58.84%.
- There are around 281 households in Mungurwadi village.
Connectivity of Mungurwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mungurwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Mungurwadi 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 Mungurwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Mungurwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mungurwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mungurwadi
- Where is Mungurwadi located?
- Mungurwadi village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mungurwadi?
- Mungurwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mungurwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mungurwadi is 1,058, with 453 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Mungurwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mungurwadi village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mungurwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mungurwadi is 66.07%. The male literacy rate is 75.72%, while the female literacy rate is 58.84%.