Vikaswadi

Vikaswadi is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Vikaswadi village. As per 2009 stats, Nerli is the gram panchayat of Vikaswadi village.

Here you can discover what makes Vikaswadi unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Vikaswadi’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 Vikaswadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vikaswadi is 567419. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416232. Kolhapur is nearest town to Vikaswadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Vikaswadi 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 Kolhapur South 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.

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Population of Vikaswadi

According to the 2011 Census, Vikaswadi has a total population of about 679, with approximately 334 males and 345 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.89%, with male literacy at about 75.15% and female literacy near 60.87%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vikaswadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 679 334 345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 57 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 4 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 461 251 210
Illiterate Population 218 83 135

Connectivity of Vikaswadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vikaswadi. As per the 2011 stats, Vikaswadi 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Vikaswadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Vikaswadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vikaswadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vikaswadi

Where is Vikaswadi located?
Vikaswadi village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikaswadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vikaswadi is Nerli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Vikaswadi?
The pincode of Vikaswadi is 416232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vikaswadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vikaswadi is 679, with 334 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Vikaswadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vikaswadi village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vikaswadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vikaswadi is 67.89%. The male literacy rate is 75.15%, while the female literacy rate is 60.87%.