Vekhandwadi
About Vekhandwadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vekhandwadi village is 567158. Vekhandwadi village is located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Vekhandwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 101.08 hectares. Vekhandwadi has a total population of 577 peoples, out of which male population is 300 while female population is 277. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vekhandwadi village is 83.36% out of which 88.67% males and 77.62% females are literate. There are about 110 houses in vekhandwadi village. Pincode of vekhandwadi village locality is 416311.
When it comes to administration, Vekhandwadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Vekhandwadi village comes under Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency. Kolhapur is nearest town to vekhandwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Vekhandwadi
The population details of Vekhandwadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 300 | 277 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 481 | 266 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 34 | 62 |
Connectivity of Vekhandwadi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vekhandwadi
Where is Vekhandwadi located?
Vekhandwadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vekhandwadi?
Vekhandwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vekhandwadi?
The pincode of Vekhandwadi is 416311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vekhandwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vekhandwadi is 577, with 300 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Vekhandwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vekhandwadi village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vekhandwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vekhandwadi is 83.36%. The male literacy rate is 88.67%, while the female literacy rate is 77.62%.