Kandwel
Kandwel is a village located in Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Raver (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Kandwel village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandwel unique in its vibrant Raver-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Kandwel’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 Kandwel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandwel is 526950. The village spans a total geographical area of 899.17 hectares. Raver is nearest town to Kandwel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandwel village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Muktainagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raver Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandwel
Population of Kandwel
According to the 2011 Census, Kandwel has a total population of about 1,891, with approximately 1,004 males and 887 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 244 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.48%, with male literacy at about 75.10% and female literacy near 58.85%. There are around 392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandwel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | 1,004 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 135 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 754 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 250 | 365 |
Connectivity of Kandwel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandwel. As per the 2011 stats, Kandwel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandwel
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandwel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandwel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandwel
- Where is Kandwel located?
- Kandwel village is situated in Raver Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandwel?
- Kandwel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kandwel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandwel is 1,891, with 1,004 males and 887 females.
- How many households are there in Kandwel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandwel village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandwel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandwel is 67.48%. The male literacy rate is 75.10%, while the female literacy rate is 58.85%.