Kekatwadi
Kekatwadi is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kekatwadi village. As per 2009 stats, Kekatwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Kekatwadi 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 Kekatwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kekatwadi is 567483. The village spans a total geographical area of 111 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416001. Kolhapur is nearest town to Kekatwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kekatwadi 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 Kekatwadi
Population of Kekatwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Kekatwadi 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 | 571 | 289 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 360 | 216 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 73 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kekatwadi village:
- The total population of Kekatwadi village is around 571, including approximately 289 males and 282 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Kekatwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Kekatwadi village is about 63.05%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 51.06%.
- There are around 114 households in Kekatwadi village.
Connectivity of Kekatwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kekatwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kekatwadi 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 Kekatwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kekatwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kekatwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kekatwadi
- Where is Kekatwadi located?
- Kekatwadi village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kekatwadi?
- Kekatwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kekatwadi?
- The pincode of Kekatwadi is 416001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kekatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kekatwadi is 571, with 289 males and 282 females.
- How many households are there in Kekatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kekatwadi village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kekatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kekatwadi is 63.05%. The male literacy rate is 74.74%, while the female literacy rate is 51.06%.