Kongawad
Kongawad is a village located in Navalgund taluka of Dharwad district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Navalgund (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Dharwad. As per 2009 stats, Tadahala is the gram panchayat of Kongawad village.
Kongawad has its own place in the vibrant Dharwad 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 Kongawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kongawad is 602345. The village spans a total geographical area of 1841.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 582208. Navalgund is nearest town to Kongawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Kongawad
Below is a concise population overview of Kongawad 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 | 1,532 | 789 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 87 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 185 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 524 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 265 | 438 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kongawad village:
- The total population of Kongawad village is around 1,532, including approximately 789 males and 743 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 168 children aged 0–6 years in Kongawad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kongawad village has 339 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 58 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kongawad village is about 54.11%, with male literacy at 66.41% and female literacy at 41.05%.
- There are around 354 households in Kongawad village.
Connectivity of Kongawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kongawad. As per the 2011 stats, Kongawad 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kongawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kongawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kongawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kongawad
- Where is Kongawad located?
- Kongawad village is situated in Navalgund Taluka, within the Dharwad district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kongawad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kongawad is Tadahala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kongawad?
- The pincode of Kongawad is 582208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kongawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kongawad is 1,532, with 789 males and 743 females.
- How many households are there in Kongawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kongawad village has a total of 354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kongawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kongawad is 54.11%. The male literacy rate is 66.41%, while the female literacy rate is 41.05%.