Kanchanwadi
Kanchanwadi is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kanchanwadi village. As per 2009 stats, Kanchanwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanchanwadi 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 Kanchanwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchanwadi is 567470. The village spans a total geographical area of 296.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416211. Kolhapur is nearest town to Kanchanwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchanwadi 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 Karvir 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 Kanchanwadi
Population of Kanchanwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchanwadi 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 | 1,882 | 990 | 892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 94 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,345 | 800 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 190 | 347 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchanwadi village:
- The total population of Kanchanwadi village is around 1,882, including approximately 990 males and 892 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchanwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchanwadi village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kanchanwadi village is about 71.47%, with male literacy at 80.81% and female literacy at 61.10%.
- There are around 380 households in Kanchanwadi village.
Connectivity of Kanchanwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchanwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchanwadi 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 Kanchanwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchanwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchanwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchanwadi
- Where is Kanchanwadi located?
- Kanchanwadi village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchanwadi?
- Kanchanwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanchanwadi?
- The pincode of Kanchanwadi is 416211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchanwadi is 1,882, with 990 males and 892 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchanwadi village has a total of 380 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchanwadi is 71.47%. The male literacy rate is 80.81%, while the female literacy rate is 61.10%.