Washi
Washi is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Washi village. As per 2009 stats, Washi village is also a gram panchayat.
Washi 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 Washi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Washi is 567438. The village spans a total geographical area of 1247.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416001. Kolhapur is nearest town to Washi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Washi 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 Washi
Population of Washi
Below is a concise population overview of Washi 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 | 5,244 | 2,720 | 2,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 301 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 478 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,629 | 2,045 | 1,584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,615 | 675 | 940 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Washi village:
- The total population of Washi village is around 5,244, including approximately 2,720 males and 2,524 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 551 children aged 0–6 years in Washi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Washi village has 953 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Washi village is about 69.20%, with male literacy at 75.18% and female literacy at 62.76%.
- There are around 1,077 households in Washi village.
Connectivity of Washi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Washi. As per the 2011 stats, Washi 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Washi
Knowing the nearby villages of Washi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Washi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Washi
- Where is Washi located?
- Washi village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Washi?
- Washi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Washi?
- The pincode of Washi is 416001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Washi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Washi is 5,244, with 2,720 males and 2,524 females.
- How many households are there in Washi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Washi village has a total of 1,077 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Washi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Washi is 69.20%. The male literacy rate is 75.18%, while the female literacy rate is 62.76%.