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.
Kandwel has its own place in the vibrant Jalgaon 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kandwel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandwel village:
- The total population of Kandwel village is around 1,891, including approximately 1,004 males and 887 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Kandwel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kandwel village has 244 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kandwel village is about 67.48%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 58.85%.
- There are around 392 households in Kandwel village.
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%.