Wadange

Wadange is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Wadange village. As per 2009 stats, Vadanage is the gram panchayat of Wadange village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadange is 567405. The village spans a total geographical area of 1030.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416229. Kolhapur is nearest town to Wadange village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wadange 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.

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Population of Wadange

According to the 2011 Census, Wadange has a total population of about 13,507, with approximately 7,048 males and 6,459 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,937 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 88. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.12%, with male literacy at about 77.64% and female literacy near 68.18%. There are around 2,880 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadange's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 13,507 7,048 6,459
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,330 770 560
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,937 970 967
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 88 48 40
Literate Population 9,876 5,472 4,404
Illiterate Population 3,631 1,576 2,055

Connectivity of Wadange

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

Nearby Villages of Wadange

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wadange

Where is Wadange located?
Wadange village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadange?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadange is Vadanage (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wadange?
The pincode of Wadange is 416229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wadange as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadange is 13,507, with 7,048 males and 6,459 females.
How many households are there in Wadange as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wadange village has a total of 2,880 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadange as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadange is 73.12%. The male literacy rate is 77.64%, while the female literacy rate is 68.18%.