Vadaj
Vadaj is a village located in Junnar tehsil of Pune district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Junnar (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Pune. As per 2009 stats, Vadaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadaj unique in its vibrant Junnar-Pune region. You’ll see Vadaj’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 Vadaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadaj is 555365. The village spans a total geographical area of 789.32 hectares. Junnar is nearest town to Vadaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Vadaj
Population of Vadaj
According to the 2011 Census, Vadaj has a total population of about 2,753, with approximately 1,407 males and 1,346 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 285 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 136. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.04%, with male literacy at about 84.79% and female literacy near 73.03%. There are around 566 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadaj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,753 | 1,407 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 144 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 2,176 | 1,193 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 214 | 363 |
Connectivity of Vadaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadaj. As per the 2011 stats, Vadaj 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 Vadaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadaj
- Where is Vadaj located?
- Vadaj village is situated in Junnar Tehsil, within the Pune district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadaj?
- Vadaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vadaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadaj is 2,753, with 1,407 males and 1,346 females.
- How many households are there in Vadaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadaj village has a total of 566 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadaj is 79.04%. The male literacy rate is 84.79%, while the female literacy rate is 73.03%.