Valwade
Valwade is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Valwade village is also a gram panchayat.
Valwade has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 Valwade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valwade is 550165. The village spans a total geographical area of 1595 hectares. Malegaon is nearest town to Valwade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Valwade 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Valwade
Population of Valwade
Below is a concise population overview of Valwade 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 | 2,551 | 1,291 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 195 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 142 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,217 | 609 | 608 |
| Literate Population | 1,382 | 802 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,169 | 489 | 680 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Valwade village:
- The total population of Valwade village is around 2,551, including approximately 1,291 males and 1,260 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 399 children aged 0–6 years in Valwade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Valwade village has 263 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,217 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Valwade village is about 54.17%, with male literacy at 62.12% and female literacy at 46.03%.
- There are around 489 households in Valwade village.
Connectivity of Valwade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valwade. As per the 2011 stats, Valwade 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 Valwade
Knowing the nearby villages of Valwade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valwade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Valwade
- Where is Valwade located?
- Valwade village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Valwade?
- Valwade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Valwade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valwade is 2,551, with 1,291 males and 1,260 females.
- How many households are there in Valwade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Valwade village has a total of 489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Valwade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valwade is 54.17%. The male literacy rate is 62.12%, while the female literacy rate is 46.03%.