Bekwad

Bekwad is a village located in Khanapur taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Khanapur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Bekawad is the gram panchayat of Bekwad village.

Bekwad has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum 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 Bekwad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bekwad is 597906. The village spans a total geographical area of 728.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591302. Khanapur is nearest town to Bekwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Bekwad

Below is a concise population overview of Bekwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,162 1,062 1,100
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 232 116 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) 357 168 189
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,389 789 600
Illiterate Population 773 273 500

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bekwad village:

  • The total population of Bekwad village is around 2,162, including approximately 1,062 males and 1,100 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Bekwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bekwad village has 357 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bekwad village is about 64.25%, with male literacy at 74.29% and female literacy at 54.55%.
  • There are around 438 households in Bekwad village.

Connectivity of Bekwad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bekwad. As per the 2011 stats, Bekwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bekwad

Knowing the nearby villages of Bekwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bekwad.

Khairwad Hadalaga Deminkop Avarolli Banki Basarikatti Kadatanbagewadi Hire Angrolli Tolagi Itagi Bogur Gandigwad

Frequently Asked Questions about Bekwad

Where is Bekwad located?
Bekwad village is situated in Khanapur Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bekwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Bekwad is Bekawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bekwad?
The pincode of Bekwad is 591302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bekwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bekwad is 2,162, with 1,062 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Bekwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bekwad village has a total of 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bekwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bekwad is 64.25%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.