Kansewadi - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Kansewadi is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from Shrigonda and around 65 km from Ahmadnagar. Chikhalthanwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kansewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansewadi is 558480. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 413726 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kansewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansewadi
As per Census 2011, Kansewadi village has a total population of 876 people, consisting of 439 males and 437 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kansewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | 439 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 335 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 104 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Kansewadi
Kansewadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikalthanwadi | North | 1.77 km |
| Pedgaon | East | 2.39 km |
| Ajnuj | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Velu | North | 4.06 km |
| Chorachiwadi | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Pedgaon | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Wadgaon Darekar | South | 5.17 km |
| Anandwadi | East | 5.20 km |
| Mundhekarwadi | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Shipalkarwadi | West | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kansewadi
Kansewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kashti, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Kansewadi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Kansewadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kansewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kansewadi
Where is Kansewadi located?
Kansewadi village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kansewadi is Chikhalthanwadi.
What is the pincode of Kansewadi?
The pincode of Kansewadi is 413726.
What is the population of Kansewadi?
Kansewadi has a total population of 876, including 439 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Kansewadi?
There are 167 households in Kansewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kansewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansewadi is 68.49%. Male literacy is 76.31% and female literacy is 60.64%.