Turkewadi
Turkewadi is a village located in Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Chandgad (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Turkewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Turkewadi 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 Turkewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkewadi is 568165. The village spans a total geographical area of 691.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416507. Belgaum(karnataka) is nearest town to Turkewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Turkewadi
Population of Turkewadi
Below is a concise population overview of Turkewadi 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 | 3,683 | 1,808 | 1,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 188 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 202 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,478 | 1,353 | 1,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,205 | 455 | 750 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turkewadi village:
- The total population of Turkewadi village is around 3,683, including approximately 1,808 males and 1,875 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 399 children aged 0–6 years in Turkewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turkewadi village has 394 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turkewadi village is about 67.28%, with male literacy at 74.83% and female literacy at 60.00%.
- There are around 720 households in Turkewadi village.
Connectivity of Turkewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Turkewadi 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 Turkewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Turkewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkewadi
- Where is Turkewadi located?
- Turkewadi village is situated in Chandgad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turkewadi?
- Turkewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turkewadi?
- The pincode of Turkewadi is 416507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkewadi is 3,683, with 1,808 males and 1,875 females.
- How many households are there in Turkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turkewadi village has a total of 720 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkewadi is 67.28%. The male literacy rate is 74.83%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.