Varkhadwadi
Varkhadwadi is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Varkhadwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Varkhadwadi has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Varkhadwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Varkhadwadi is 563065. The village spans a total geographical area of 347 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 412803. Wai is nearest town to Varkhadwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Varkhadwadi 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 Wai 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 Varkhadwadi
Population of Varkhadwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Varkhadwadi 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 | 1,095 | 548 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 453 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 95 | 131 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Varkhadwadi village:
- The total population of Varkhadwadi village is around 1,095, including approximately 548 males and 547 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Varkhadwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Varkhadwadi village has 78 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 58 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Varkhadwadi village is about 79.36%, with male literacy at 82.66% and female literacy at 76.05%.
- There are around 254 households in Varkhadwadi village.
Connectivity of Varkhadwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Varkhadwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Varkhadwadi 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Varkhadwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Varkhadwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Varkhadwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Varkhadwadi
- Where is Varkhadwadi located?
- Varkhadwadi village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Varkhadwadi?
- Varkhadwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Varkhadwadi?
- The pincode of Varkhadwadi is 412803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Varkhadwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Varkhadwadi is 1,095, with 548 males and 547 females.
- How many households are there in Varkhadwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Varkhadwadi village has a total of 254 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Varkhadwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Varkhadwadi is 79.36%. The male literacy rate is 82.66%, while the female literacy rate is 76.05%.