Wadhav
Wadhav is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Vadhav is the gram panchayat of Wadhav village.
Here you can discover what makes Wadhav unique in its vibrant Pen-Raigarh region. You’ll see Wadhav’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 Wadhav
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadhav is 553828. The village spans a total geographical area of 299 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402107. Pen is nearest town to Wadhav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Wadhav
Population of Wadhav
According to the 2011 Census, Wadhav has a total population of about 1,660, with approximately 846 males and 814 females. The sex ratio is around 962 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 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.04%, with male literacy at about 81.32% and female literacy near 66.46%. There are around 382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadhav's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,660 | 846 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 688 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 158 | 273 |
Connectivity of Wadhav
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadhav. As per the 2011 stats, Wadhav 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wadhav
Knowing the nearby villages of Wadhav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadhav.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wadhav
- Where is Wadhav located?
- Wadhav village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wadhav?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wadhav is Vadhav (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wadhav?
- The pincode of Wadhav is 402107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wadhav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadhav is 1,660, with 846 males and 814 females.
- How many households are there in Wadhav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wadhav village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wadhav as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadhav is 74.04%. The male literacy rate is 81.32%, while the female literacy rate is 66.46%.