Kawande - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Kawande is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 226 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nelgunda serves as the Village Panchayat for Kawande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawande is 539813. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.67 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 226 km away.
Kawande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kawande
According to the 2011 Census, Kawande village had a total population of 156 people, including 67 males and 89 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,328 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.59%, with male literacy at 12.50% and female literacy at 5.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 67 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 60 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kawande
Kawande is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kawande
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kawande.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Kawande is about 226 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawande 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 Kawande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawande 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 Kawande
Where is Kawande located?
Kawande village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kawande?
The Village Panchayat of Kawande is Nelgunda.
What is the pincode of Kawande?
The pincode of Kawande is 442710.
What is the population of Kawande?
Kawande had a total population of 156, including 67 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kawande?
Kawande had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawande was 8.59%. Male literacy was 12.50% and female literacy was 5.56%.