Kerwad
Kerwad is a village located in Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Haliyal (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Alur is the gram panchayat of Kerwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Kerwad unique in its vibrant Haliyal-Uttara Kannada 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 602777. The village spans a total geographical area of 685.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581325. Haliyal is nearest town to Kerwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Kerwad
Population of Kerwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kerwad has a total population of about 1,011, with approximately 507 males and 504 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.73%, with male literacy at about 78.70% and female literacy near 60.71%. There are around 240 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 | 1,011 | 507 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 399 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 108 | 198 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Haliyal Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerwad is Alur (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 581325, 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 1,011, with 507 males and 504 females.
- How many households are there in Kerwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerwad village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerwad is 69.73%. The male literacy rate is 78.70%, while the female literacy rate is 60.71%.