Khavadi
Khavadi is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kavadi is the gram panchayat of Khavadi village.
Khavadi 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 Khavadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khavadi is 565938. The village spans a total geographical area of 977.7 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Khavadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khavadi 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khavadi
Population of Khavadi
Below is a concise population overview of Khavadi 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 | 1,269 | 581 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 77 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 443 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 138 | 259 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khavadi village:
- The total population of Khavadi village is around 1,269, including approximately 581 males and 688 females, with a sex ratio of 1184 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Khavadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khavadi village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khavadi village is about 68.72%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 62.35%.
- There are around 293 households in Khavadi village.
Connectivity of Khavadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khavadi. As per the 2011 stats, Khavadi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khavadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Khavadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khavadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khavadi
- Where is Khavadi located?
- Khavadi village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khavadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khavadi is Kavadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khavadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khavadi is 1,269, with 581 males and 688 females.
- How many households are there in Khavadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khavadi village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khavadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khavadi is 68.72%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 62.35%.