Vakavali
About Vakavali
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vakavali village is 564779. Vakavali village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 330.24 hectares. Vakavali has a total population of 278 peoples, out of which male population is 114 while female population is 164. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1438 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vakavali village is 69.42% out of which 77.19% males and 64.02% females are literate. There are about 79 houses in vakavali village.
When it comes to administration, Vakavali village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Vakavali village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Mahad is nearest town to vakavali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Vakavali
The population details of Vakavali cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 114 | 164 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 88 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 26 | 59 |
Connectivity of Vakavali
| 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 |
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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%.