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.
Here you can discover what makes Turkewadi unique in its vibrant Chandgad-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Turkewadi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Turkewadi has a total population of about 3,683, with approximately 1,808 males and 1,875 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 399 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 394 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.28%, with male literacy at about 74.83% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 720 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turkewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.