Wadicharan
Wadicharan is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Wadicharan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wadicharan unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Wadicharan’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 Wadicharan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadicharan is 567093. The village spans a total geographical area of 237.14 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Wadicharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Wadicharan
Population of Wadicharan
According to the 2011 Census, Wadicharan has a total population of about 1,536, with approximately 770 males and 766 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.59%, with male literacy at about 82.86% and female literacy near 68.28%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadicharan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,536 | 770 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 638 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 132 | 243 |
Connectivity of Wadicharan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadicharan. As per the 2011 stats, Wadicharan 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 Wadicharan
Knowing the nearby villages of Wadicharan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadicharan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wadicharan
- Where is Wadicharan located?
- Wadicharan village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wadicharan?
- Wadicharan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wadicharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadicharan is 1,536, with 770 males and 766 females.
- How many households are there in Wadicharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wadicharan village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wadicharan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadicharan is 75.59%. The male literacy rate is 82.86%, while the female literacy rate is 68.28%.