Birwadi
Birwadi is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Birwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Birwadi has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Birwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birwadi is 552251. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.54 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Birwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Birwadi 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Birwadi
Population of Birwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Birwadi 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 | 1,217 | 607 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 507 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 100 | 161 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birwadi village:
- The total population of Birwadi village is around 1,217, including approximately 607 males and 610 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Birwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birwadi village has 179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 99 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birwadi village is about 78.55%, with male literacy at 83.53% and female literacy at 73.61%.
- There are around 275 households in Birwadi village.
Connectivity of Birwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Birwadi 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Birwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birwadi
- Where is Birwadi located?
- Birwadi village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birwadi?
- Birwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Birwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birwadi is 1,217, with 607 males and 610 females.
- How many households are there in Birwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birwadi village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birwadi is 78.55%. The male literacy rate is 83.53%, while the female literacy rate is 73.61%.