Nikamwadi

Nikamwadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Nikamwadi village is also a gram panchayat.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nikamwadi is 567194. The village spans a total geographical area of 101 hectares. Panhala is nearest town to Nikamwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Nikamwadi 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 Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle 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 Nikamwadi

According to the 2011 Census, Nikamwadi has a total population of about 631, with approximately 338 males and 293 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.68%, with male literacy at about 81.36% and female literacy near 58.36%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nikamwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 631 338 293
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 28 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 446 275 171
Illiterate Population 185 63 122

Connectivity of Nikamwadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nikamwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Nikamwadi 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 Nikamwadi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nikamwadi

Where is Nikamwadi located?
Nikamwadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikamwadi?
Nikamwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Nikamwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikamwadi is 631, with 338 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Nikamwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikamwadi village has a total of 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikamwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikamwadi is 70.68%. The male literacy rate is 81.36%, while the female literacy rate is 58.36%.