Kowad - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Kowad is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kowad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kowad is 568142. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.87 hectares and falls under the 416508 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kowad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kowad
As per Census 2011, Kowad village has a total population of 3,837 people, consisting of 1,923 males and 1,914 females. The village has 858 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,662 literate and 1,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kowad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,837 | 1,923 | 1,914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 196 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 215 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,662 | 1,433 | 1,229 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 490 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Kowad
Kowad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dundage | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Ghullewadi | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Nittur | West | 2.11 km |
| Kini | South | 2.50 km |
| Hundalewadi | South | 2.78 km |
| Kalkundri | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Teurwadi | North | 3.24 km |
| Jakkanhatti | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Kagani | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Mhalewadi | West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kowad
Kowad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Kowad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kowad is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kowad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kowad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kowad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kowad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kowad
Where is Kowad located?
Kowad village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kowad?
Kowad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kowad?
The pincode of Kowad is 416508.
What is the population of Kowad?
Kowad has a total population of 3,837, including 1,923 males and 1,914 females.
How many households are there in Kowad?
There are 858 households in Kowad.
What is the literacy rate in Kowad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kowad is 69.38%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 64.21%.