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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchanwadi unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kanchanwadi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchanwadi has a total population of about 1,882, with approximately 990 males and 892 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 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 71.47%, with male literacy at about 80.81% and female literacy near 61.10%. There are around 380 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchanwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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) |
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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%.