Valanjawadi
Valanjawadi is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kalambani Bk is the gram panchayat of Valanjawadi village.
Valanjawadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Valanjawadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valanjawadi is 565027. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.84 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Valanjawadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Valanjawadi 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Valanjawadi
Below is a concise population overview of Valanjawadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 454 | 220 | 234 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 24 | 37 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 325 | 179 | 146 |
Illiterate Population | 129 | 41 | 88 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Valanjawadi village:
- The total population of Valanjawadi village is around 454, including approximately 220 males and 234 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Valanjawadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Valanjawadi village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Valanjawadi village is about 71.59%, with male literacy at 81.36% and female literacy at 62.39%.
- There are around 106 households in Valanjawadi village.
Connectivity of Valanjawadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valanjawadi. As per the 2011 stats, Valanjawadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Valanjawadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Valanjawadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valanjawadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Valanjawadi
- Where is Valanjawadi located?
- Valanjawadi village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Valanjawadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Valanjawadi is Kalambani Bk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Valanjawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valanjawadi is 454, with 220 males and 234 females.
- How many households are there in Valanjawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Valanjawadi village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Valanjawadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valanjawadi is 71.59%. The male literacy rate is 81.36%, while the female literacy rate is 62.39%.