Darwad

Darwad is a village located in Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gargoti (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Darwad village is also a gram panchayat.

Darwad has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Darwad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darwad is 567766. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.89 hectares. Murgud is nearest town to Darwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Darwad

Below is a concise population overview of Darwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,668 840 828
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 146 83 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 210 105 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,227 689 538
Illiterate Population 441 151 290

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darwad village:

  • The total population of Darwad village is around 1,668, including approximately 840 males and 828 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Darwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Darwad village has 210 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Darwad village is about 73.56%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 64.98%.
  • There are around 372 households in Darwad village.

Connectivity of Darwad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darwad. As per the 2011 stats, Darwad 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Darwad

Knowing the nearby villages of Darwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darwad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Darwad

Where is Darwad located?
Darwad village is situated in Bhudargad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwad?
Darwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Darwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darwad is 1,668, with 840 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Darwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darwad village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darwad is 73.56%. The male literacy rate is 82.02%, while the female literacy rate is 64.98%.