Walwad
About Walwad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Walwad village is 566223. Walwad village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Mur is the gram panchayat of Walwad village.
The total geographical area of village is 970 hectares. Walwad has a total population of 509 peoples, out of which male population is 217 while female population is 292. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1345 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of walwad village is 69.74% out of which 81.11% males and 61.30% females are literate. There are about 129 houses in walwad village. Pincode of walwad village locality is 416704.
When it comes to administration, Walwad 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, Walwad village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to walwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Walwad
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 217 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 176 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 41 | 113 |
Connectivity of Walwad
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Walwad
Where is Walwad located?
Walwad village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Walwad is Mur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Walwad?
The pincode of Walwad is 416704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Walwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walwad is 509, with 217 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Walwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Walwad village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walwad is 69.74%. The male literacy rate is 81.11%, while the female literacy rate is 61.30%.