Dhangarwadi
Dhangarwadi is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhangarwadi village. As per 2009 stats, Are is the gram panchayat of Dhangarwadi village.
Dhangarwadi 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 Dhangarwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhangarwadi is 567460. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416001. Kolhapur is nearest town to Dhangarwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhangarwadi 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 Karvir 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 Dhangarwadi
Population of Dhangarwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Dhangarwadi 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 | 1,495 | 766 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 84 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 148 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 635 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 131 | 229 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhangarwadi village:
- The total population of Dhangarwadi village is around 1,495, including approximately 766 males and 729 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Dhangarwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhangarwadi village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dhangarwadi village is about 75.92%, with male literacy at 82.90% and female literacy at 68.59%.
- There are around 305 households in Dhangarwadi village.
Connectivity of Dhangarwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhangarwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Dhangarwadi 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 Dhangarwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhangarwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhangarwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhangarwadi
- Where is Dhangarwadi located?
- Dhangarwadi village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhangarwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhangarwadi is Are (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhangarwadi?
- The pincode of Dhangarwadi is 416001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhangarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhangarwadi is 1,495, with 766 males and 729 females.
- How many households are there in Dhangarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhangarwadi village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhangarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhangarwadi is 75.92%. The male literacy rate is 82.90%, while the female literacy rate is 68.59%.