Vadkalambi - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Vadkalambi is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Wadkalambi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadkalambi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadkalambi is 525827. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.56 hectares and falls under the 425418 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Vadkalambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadkalambi
According to the 2011 Census, Vadkalambi village had a total population of 558 people, including 280 males and 278 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.36%, with male literacy at 55.37% and female literacy at 35.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 558.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 280 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 280 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 134 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 146 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Vadkalambi
Vadkalambi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vadkalambi
Vadkalambi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vadkalambi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Vadkalambi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Vadkalambi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadkalambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadkalambi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vadkalambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadkalambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vadkalambi
Where is Vadkalambi located?
Vadkalambi village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadkalambi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadkalambi is Wadkalambi.
What is the pincode of Vadkalambi?
The pincode of Vadkalambi is 425418.
What is the population of Vadkalambi?
Vadkalambi had a total population of 558, including 280 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Vadkalambi?
Vadkalambi had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadkalambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadkalambi was 45.36%. Male literacy was 55.37% and female literacy was 35.39%.