Vikas Nagar
About Vikas Nagar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vikas Nagar village is 565693. Vikas Nagar village is located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kadavai is the gram panchayat of Vikas Nagar village.
The total geographical area of village is 403 hectares. Vikas Nagar has a total population of 1,072 peoples, out of which male population is 530 while female population is 542. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1022 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vikas nagar village is 69.78% out of which 78.30% males and 61.44% females are literate. There are about 221 houses in vikas nagar village.
When it comes to administration, Vikas Nagar 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, Vikas Nagar village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to vikas nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
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Population of Vikas Nagar
The population details of Vikas Nagar 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 | 1,072 | 530 | 542 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 748 | 415 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 115 | 209 |
Connectivity of Vikas Nagar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vikas Nagar
Where is Vikas Nagar located?
Vikas Nagar village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikas Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vikas Nagar is Kadavai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Vikas Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vikas Nagar is 1,072, with 530 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Vikas Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vikas Nagar village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vikas Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vikas Nagar is 69.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.30%, while the female literacy rate is 61.44%.