Vakavali
Vakavali is a village located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 190km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Shirgaon is the gram panchayat of Vakavali village.
Vakavali 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 Vakavali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakavali is 564779. The village spans a total geographical area of 330.24 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Vakavali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vakavali 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 Vakavali
Below is a concise population overview of Vakavali 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 | 278 | 114 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 88 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 26 | 59 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vakavali village:
- The total population of Vakavali village is around 278, including approximately 114 males and 164 females, with a sex ratio of 1438 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Vakavali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vakavali village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vakavali village is about 69.42%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 64.02%.
- There are around 79 households in Vakavali village.
Connectivity of Vakavali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakavali. As per the 2011 stats, Vakavali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vakavali
Knowing the nearby villages of Vakavali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakavali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vakavali
- Where is Vakavali located?
- Vakavali village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vakavali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vakavali is Shirgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vakavali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakavali is 278, with 114 males and 164 females.
- How many households are there in Vakavali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vakavali village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vakavali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakavali is 69.42%. The male literacy rate is 77.19%, while the female literacy rate is 64.02%.