Kawalwad
Kawalwad is a village located in Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Haliyal (tehsildar office) and 155km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Kavalwad is the gram panchayat of Kawalwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Kawalwad unique in its vibrant Haliyal-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Kawalwad’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 Kawalwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kawalwad is 602877. The village spans a total geographical area of 1319.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581329. Haliyal is nearest town to Kawalwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kawalwad
Population of Kawalwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kawalwad has a total population of about 3,195, with approximately 1,629 males and 1,566 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.76%, with male literacy at about 74.59% and female literacy near 52.49%. There are around 659 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kawalwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,195 | 1,629 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 214 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,037 | 1,215 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 414 | 744 |
Connectivity of Kawalwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kawalwad. As per the 2011 stats, Kawalwad 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 Kawalwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kawalwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kawalwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kawalwad
- Where is Kawalwad located?
- Kawalwad village is situated in Haliyal Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kawalwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kawalwad is Kavalwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kawalwad?
- The pincode of Kawalwad is 581329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kawalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kawalwad is 3,195, with 1,629 males and 1,566 females.
- How many households are there in Kawalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kawalwad village has a total of 659 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kawalwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kawalwad is 63.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.59%, while the female literacy rate is 52.49%.