Vilavade
Vilavade is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Vilavade village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vilavade unique in its vibrant Sawantwadi-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Vilavade’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 Vilavade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vilavade is 566900. The village spans a total geographical area of 641.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416511. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Vilavade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Vilavade
Population of Vilavade
According to the 2011 Census, Vilavade has a total population of about 1,332, with approximately 646 males and 686 females. The sex ratio is around 1061 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.32%, with male literacy at about 82.97% and female literacy near 66.18%. There are around 338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vilavade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 646 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 536 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 110 | 232 |
Connectivity of Vilavade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vilavade. As per the 2011 stats, Vilavade 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 Vilavade
Knowing the nearby villages of Vilavade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vilavade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vilavade
- Where is Vilavade located?
- Vilavade village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vilavade?
- Vilavade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vilavade?
- The pincode of Vilavade is 416511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vilavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vilavade is 1,332, with 646 males and 686 females.
- How many households are there in Vilavade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vilavade village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vilavade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vilavade is 74.32%. The male literacy rate is 82.97%, while the female literacy rate is 66.18%.