Kanakawad
Kanakawad is a village located in Shirhatti taluka of Gadag district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Shirhatti (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Gadag. As per 2009 stats, Hebbal is the gram panchayat of Kanakawad village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakawad unique in its vibrant Shirhatti-Gadag region. You’ll see Kanakawad’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 Kanakawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakawad is 602132. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 582112. Shirhatti is nearest town to Kanakawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kanakawad
Population of Kanakawad
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakawad has a total population of about 923, with approximately 463 males and 460 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.35%, with male literacy at about 71.06% and female literacy near 49.57%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 | 463 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 329 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 134 | 232 |
Connectivity of Kanakawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakawad. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakawad 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakawad
- Where is Kanakawad located?
- Kanakawad village is situated in Shirhatti Taluka, within the Gadag district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakawad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanakawad is Hebbal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanakawad?
- The pincode of Kanakawad is 582112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakawad is 923, with 463 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakawad village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakawad is 60.35%. The male literacy rate is 71.06%, while the female literacy rate is 49.57%.