Upawade
Upawade is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Upawade village. As per 2009 stats, Upawade village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Upawade unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Upawade’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 Upawade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upawade is 567479. The village spans a total geographical area of 599.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416204. Kolhapur is nearest town to Upawade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Upawade 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 Upawade
Population of Upawade
According to the 2011 Census, Upawade has a total population of about 1,034, with approximately 547 males and 487 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 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 52.80%, with male literacy at about 62.34% and female literacy near 42.09%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Upawade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 547 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 546 | 341 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 206 | 282 |
Connectivity of Upawade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upawade. As per the 2011 stats, Upawade 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 Upawade
Knowing the nearby villages of Upawade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upawade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Upawade
- Where is Upawade located?
- Upawade village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Upawade?
- Upawade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Upawade?
- The pincode of Upawade is 416204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Upawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upawade is 1,034, with 547 males and 487 females.
- How many households are there in Upawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Upawade village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Upawade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upawade is 52.80%. The male literacy rate is 62.34%, while the female literacy rate is 42.09%.