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.
Here you can discover what makes Kongawad unique in its vibrant Navalgund-Dharwad region. You’ll see Kongawad’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 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.
Google Map of Kongawad
Population of Kongawad
According to the 2011 Census, Kongawad has a total population of about 1,532, with approximately 789 males and 743 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 339 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.11%, with male literacy at about 66.41% and female literacy near 41.05%. There are around 354 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kongawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.