Walekhindi
Walekhindi is a village located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Walekhindi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Walekhindi unique in its vibrant Jat-Sangli region. You’ll see Walekhindi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Walekhindi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walekhindi is 568846. The village spans a total geographical area of 2568 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416404. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Walekhindi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 103km away.
When it comes to local governance, Walekhindi 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 Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Walekhindi
Population of Walekhindi
According to the 2011 Census, Walekhindi has a total population of about 4,642, with approximately 2,322 males and 2,320 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 571 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 631 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.12%, with male literacy at about 68.22% and female literacy near 58.02%. There are around 985 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Walekhindi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,642 | 2,322 | 2,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 290 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 310 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,930 | 1,584 | 1,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,712 | 738 | 974 |
Connectivity of Walekhindi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walekhindi. As per the 2011 stats, Walekhindi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Walekhindi
Knowing the nearby villages of Walekhindi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walekhindi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walekhindi
- Where is Walekhindi located?
- Walekhindi village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walekhindi?
- Walekhindi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Walekhindi?
- The pincode of Walekhindi is 416404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Walekhindi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walekhindi is 4,642, with 2,322 males and 2,320 females.
- How many households are there in Walekhindi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walekhindi village has a total of 985 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walekhindi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walekhindi is 63.12%. The male literacy rate is 68.22%, while the female literacy rate is 58.02%.