Pohalwadi
Pohalwadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Pohalewadi is the gram panchayat of Pohalwadi village.
Pohalwadi 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 Pohalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pohalwadi is 567227. The village spans a total geographical area of 931.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416205. Kolhapur is nearest town to Pohalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pohalwadi 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 Pohalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Pohalwadi 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 | 1,297 | 685 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 89 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 466 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 219 | 311 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pohalwadi village:
- The total population of Pohalwadi village is around 1,297, including approximately 685 males and 612 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Pohalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pohalwadi village has 154 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pohalwadi village is about 59.14%, with male literacy at 68.03% and female literacy at 49.18%.
- There are around 289 households in Pohalwadi village.
Connectivity of Pohalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pohalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Pohalwadi 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 Pohalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pohalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pohalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pohalwadi
- Where is Pohalwadi located?
- Pohalwadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pohalwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pohalwadi is Pohalewadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pohalwadi?
- The pincode of Pohalwadi is 416205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pohalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pohalwadi is 1,297, with 685 males and 612 females.
- How many households are there in Pohalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pohalwadi village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pohalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pohalwadi is 59.14%. The male literacy rate is 68.03%, while the female literacy rate is 49.18%.