Walwande
Walwande is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Valwanda is the gram panchayat of Walwande village.
Here you can discover what makes Walwande unique in its vibrant Jawhar-Thane region. You’ll see Walwande’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 Walwande
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walwande is 551935. The village spans a total geographical area of 788.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401603. Jawhar is nearest town to Walwande village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Walwande
Population of Walwande
According to the 2011 Census, Walwande has a total population of about 2,011, with approximately 989 males and 1,022 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,966. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.46%, with male literacy at about 53.08% and female literacy near 36.11%. There are around 400 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Walwande's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,011 | 989 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 176 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,966 | 959 | 1,007 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 525 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 464 | 653 |
Connectivity of Walwande
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walwande. As per the 2011 stats, Walwande 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 Walwande
Knowing the nearby villages of Walwande helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walwande.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walwande
- Where is Walwande located?
- Walwande village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walwande?
- The Gram Panchayat of Walwande is Valwanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Walwande?
- The pincode of Walwande is 401603, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Walwande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walwande is 2,011, with 989 males and 1,022 females.
- How many households are there in Walwande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walwande village has a total of 400 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walwande as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walwande is 44.46%. The male literacy rate is 53.08%, while the female literacy rate is 36.11%.