Morewadi
Morewadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Morewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Morewadi unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Morewadi’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 Morewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morewadi is 567250. Kolhapur is nearest town to Morewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morewadi 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 Morewadi
Population of Morewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Morewadi has a total population of about 590, with approximately 323 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 826 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 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 73.39%, with male literacy at about 82.97% and female literacy near 61.80%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 323 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 433 | 268 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 55 | 102 |
Connectivity of Morewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Morewadi 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 Morewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Morewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morewadi
- Where is Morewadi located?
- Morewadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morewadi?
- Morewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Morewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morewadi is 590, with 323 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Morewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morewadi village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morewadi is 73.39%. The male literacy rate is 82.97%, while the female literacy rate is 61.80%.