Kerwad
Kerwad is a village located in Khanapur taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Khanapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Kherawad is the gram panchayat of Kerwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Kerwad unique in its vibrant Khanapur-Belgaum region. You’ll see Kerwad’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 Kerwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerwad is 598014. The village spans a total geographical area of 2237.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591147. Khanapur is nearest town to Kerwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Kerwad
Population of Kerwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kerwad has a total population of about 3,944, with approximately 2,007 males and 1,937 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 528 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 350 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 92. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.65%, with male literacy at about 68.21% and female literacy near 52.81%. There are around 895 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,944 | 2,007 | 1,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 243 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 191 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 2,392 | 1,369 | 1,023 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,552 | 638 | 914 |
Connectivity of Kerwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerwad. As per the 2011 stats, Kerwad 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerwad
- Where is Kerwad located?
- Kerwad village is situated in Khanapur Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerwad is Kherawad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerwad?
- The pincode of Kerwad is 591147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerwad is 3,944, with 2,007 males and 1,937 females.
- How many households are there in Kerwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerwad village has a total of 895 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerwad is 60.65%. The male literacy rate is 68.21%, while the female literacy rate is 52.81%.