Walkewadi
Walkewadi is a village located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Walkewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Walkewadi has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Walkewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walkewadi is 545216. The village spans a total geographical area of 325 hectares. Loha is nearest town to Walkewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Walkewadi 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Walkewadi
Population of Walkewadi
Below is a concise population overview of Walkewadi 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 | 657 | 344 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 429 | 262 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 82 | 146 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Walkewadi village:
- The total population of Walkewadi village is around 657, including approximately 344 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Walkewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Walkewadi village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Walkewadi village is about 65.30%, with male literacy at 76.16% and female literacy at 53.35%.
- There are around 139 households in Walkewadi village.
Connectivity of Walkewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walkewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Walkewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Walkewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Walkewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walkewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walkewadi
- Where is Walkewadi located?
- Walkewadi village is situated in Loha Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walkewadi?
- Walkewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Walkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walkewadi is 657, with 344 males and 313 females.
- How many households are there in Walkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walkewadi village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walkewadi is 65.30%. The male literacy rate is 76.16%, while the female literacy rate is 53.35%.