Walavekarwadi
Walavekarwadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Walavekarwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Walavekarwadi 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 Walavekarwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walavekarwadi is 567214. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.57 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Walavekarwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Walavekarwadi 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 Walavekarwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Walavekarwadi 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 | 872 | 470 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 58 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 570 | 341 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 129 | 173 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Walavekarwadi village:
- The total population of Walavekarwadi village is around 872, including approximately 470 males and 402 females, with a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Walavekarwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Walavekarwadi village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Walavekarwadi village is about 65.37%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 56.97%.
- There are around 163 households in Walavekarwadi village.
Connectivity of Walavekarwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walavekarwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Walavekarwadi 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 Walavekarwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Walavekarwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walavekarwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walavekarwadi
- Where is Walavekarwadi located?
- Walavekarwadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walavekarwadi?
- Walavekarwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Walavekarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walavekarwadi is 872, with 470 males and 402 females.
- How many households are there in Walavekarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walavekarwadi village has a total of 163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walavekarwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walavekarwadi is 65.37%. The male literacy rate is 72.55%, while the female literacy rate is 56.97%.