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.
Wadange 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Wadange 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wadange village:
- The total population of Wadange village is around 13,507, including approximately 7,048 males and 6,459 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,330 children aged 0–6 years in Wadange village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wadange village has 1,937 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 88 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wadange village is about 73.12%, with male literacy at 77.64% and female literacy at 68.18%.
- There are around 2,880 households in Wadange village.
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%.