Walwad
Walwad is a village located in Barshi tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Barshi (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Walwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Walwad has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 Walwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walwad is 562033. The village spans a total geographical area of 456.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413409. Barshi is nearest town to Walwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Walwad 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Walwad
Population of Walwad
Below is a concise population overview of Walwad 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 | 604 | 313 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 405 | 257 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 56 | 143 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Walwad village:
- The total population of Walwad village is around 604, including approximately 313 males and 291 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Walwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Walwad village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Walwad village is about 67.05%, with male literacy at 82.11% and female literacy at 50.86%.
- There are around 137 households in Walwad village.
Connectivity of Walwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walwad. As per the 2011 stats, Walwad 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 Walwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Walwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walwad
- Where is Walwad located?
- Walwad village is situated in Barshi Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walwad?
- Walwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Walwad?
- The pincode of Walwad is 413409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Walwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walwad is 604, with 313 males and 291 females.
- How many households are there in Walwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walwad village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walwad is 67.05%. The male literacy rate is 82.11%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.