Farandwadi
Farandwadi is a village located in Phaltan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Phaltan (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Farandwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Farandwadi unique in its vibrant Phaltan-Satara region. You’ll see Farandwadi’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 Farandwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Farandwadi is 563277. The village spans a total geographical area of 792 hectares. Phaltan is nearest town to Farandwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Farandwadi 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 Koregaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Farandwadi
Population of Farandwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Farandwadi has a total population of about 2,243, with approximately 1,156 males and 1,087 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 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 76.82%, with male literacy at about 82.61% and female literacy near 70.65%. There are around 459 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Farandwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,156 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,723 | 955 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 201 | 319 |
Connectivity of Farandwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Farandwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Farandwadi 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Farandwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Farandwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Farandwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Farandwadi
- Where is Farandwadi located?
- Farandwadi village is situated in Phaltan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Farandwadi?
- Farandwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Farandwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Farandwadi is 2,243, with 1,156 males and 1,087 females.
- How many households are there in Farandwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Farandwadi village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Farandwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Farandwadi is 76.82%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 70.65%.