Menganwadi
Menganwadi is a village located in Khanapur tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Vita (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Menganwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Menganwadi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Menganwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Menganwadi is 568542. The village spans a total geographical area of 517.2 hectares. Vita is nearest town to Menganwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Menganwadi 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 Khanapur 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 Menganwadi
Population of Menganwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Menganwadi 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 | 411 | 189 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 241 | 130 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 59 | 111 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Menganwadi village:
- The total population of Menganwadi village is around 411, including approximately 189 males and 222 females, with a sex ratio of 1174 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Menganwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Menganwadi village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Menganwadi village is about 58.64%, with male literacy at 68.78% and female literacy at 50.00%.
- There are around 96 households in Menganwadi village.
Connectivity of Menganwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Menganwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Menganwadi 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Menganwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Menganwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Menganwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Menganwadi
- Where is Menganwadi located?
- Menganwadi village is situated in Khanapur Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Menganwadi?
- Menganwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Menganwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Menganwadi is 411, with 189 males and 222 females.
- How many households are there in Menganwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Menganwadi village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Menganwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Menganwadi is 58.64%. The male literacy rate is 68.78%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.