Kowade
About Kowade
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kowade village is 567932. Kowade village is located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kowade village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 728 hectares. Kowade has a total population of 1,803 peoples, out of which male population is 848 while female population is 955. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1126 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kowade village is 67.17% out of which 77.12% males and 58.32% females are literate. There are about 485 houses in kowade village. Pincode of kowade village locality is 416503.
When it comes to administration, Kowade village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kowade village comes under Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to kowade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Kowade
The population details of Kowade cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,803 | 848 | 955 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 654 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 194 | 398 |
Connectivity of Kowade
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kowade
Where is Kowade located?
Kowade village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kowade?
Kowade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kowade?
The pincode of Kowade is 416503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kowade as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kowade is 1,803, with 848 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Kowade as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kowade village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kowade as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kowade is 67.17%. The male literacy rate is 77.12%, while the female literacy rate is 58.32%.