Kowad
Kowad is a village located in Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Chandgad (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kowad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kowad unique in its vibrant Chandgad-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kowad’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 Kowad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kowad is 568142. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.87 hectares. Belgaum(karnataka) is nearest town to Kowad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kowad
Population of Kowad
According to the 2011 Census, Kowad has a total population of about 3,837, with approximately 1,923 males and 1,914 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 383 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 421 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.38%, with male literacy at about 74.52% and female literacy near 64.21%. There are around 858 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kowad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kowad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kowad. As per the 2011 stats, Kowad 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kowad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kowad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kowad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kowad
- Where is Kowad located?
- Kowad village is situated in Chandgad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kowad?
- Kowad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kowad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kowad is 3,837, with 1,923 males and 1,914 females.
- How many households are there in Kowad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kowad village has a total of 858 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kowad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kowad is 69.38%. The male literacy rate is 74.52%, while the female literacy rate is 64.21%.