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.

Kerwad has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 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.

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Population of Kerwad

Below is a concise population overview of Kerwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerwad village:

  • The total population of Kerwad village is around 1,011, including approximately 507 males and 504 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Kerwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerwad village has 98 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 47 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerwad village is about 69.73%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 60.71%.
  • There are around 240 households in Kerwad village.

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%.