Kandewadi
Kandewadi is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanadewadi is the gram panchayat of Kandewadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandewadi unique in its vibrant Gadhinglaj-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kandewadi’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 Kandewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandewadi is 568051. The village spans a total geographical area of 505.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416506. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Kandewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandewadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandewadi
Population of Kandewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kandewadi has a total population of about 1,036, with approximately 507 males and 529 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.05%, with male literacy at about 73.37% and female literacy near 62.95%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,036 | 507 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 705 | 372 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 135 | 196 |
Connectivity of Kandewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kandewadi 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandewadi
- Where is Kandewadi located?
- Kandewadi village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandewadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandewadi is Kanadewadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandewadi?
- The pincode of Kandewadi is 416506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandewadi is 1,036, with 507 males and 529 females.
- How many households are there in Kandewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandewadi village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandewadi is 68.05%. The male literacy rate is 73.37%, while the female literacy rate is 62.95%.