Malwadi
Malwadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Malwadi Kotoli is the gram panchayat of Malwadi village.
Malwadi 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 Malwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Malwadi is 567186. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416230. Kolhapur is nearest town to Malwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Malwadi 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 Malwadi
Population of Malwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Malwadi 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 | 2,152 | 1,110 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 115 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,484 | 880 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 230 | 438 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Malwadi village:
- The total population of Malwadi village is around 2,152, including approximately 1,110 males and 1,042 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Malwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Malwadi village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Malwadi village is about 68.96%, with male literacy at 79.28% and female literacy at 57.97%.
- There are around 420 households in Malwadi village.
Connectivity of Malwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Malwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Malwadi 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 Malwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Malwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Malwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Malwadi
- Where is Malwadi located?
- Malwadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Malwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Malwadi is Malwadi Kotoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Malwadi?
- The pincode of Malwadi is 416230, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Malwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Malwadi is 2,152, with 1,110 males and 1,042 females.
- How many households are there in Malwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Malwadi village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Malwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Malwadi is 68.96%. The male literacy rate is 79.28%, while the female literacy rate is 57.97%.