Kandavan

Kandavan is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kandvan is the gram panchayat of Kandavan village.

Kandavan 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 Kandavan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandavan is 566998. The village spans a total geographical area of 1497.06 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Kandavan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

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Population of Kandavan

Below is a concise population overview of Kandavan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,158 544 614
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 70 96
Scheduled Castes (SC) 85 37 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 530 308 222
Illiterate Population 628 236 392

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandavan village:

  • The total population of Kandavan village is around 1,158, including approximately 544 males and 614 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Kandavan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandavan village has 85 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kandavan village is about 45.77%, with male literacy at 56.62% and female literacy at 36.16%.
  • There are around 232 households in Kandavan village.

Connectivity of Kandavan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandavan. As per the 2011 stats, Kandavan 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 Kandavan

Knowing the nearby villages of Kandavan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandavan.

Tambave Amboli Ukhalu Shittur Tarf Warun Shirale Tarf Warun Malgaon Khede Sondoli Thavade Jambur Palasavade

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandavan

Where is Kandavan located?
Kandavan village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandavan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandavan is Kandvan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kandavan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandavan is 1,158, with 544 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Kandavan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandavan village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandavan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandavan is 45.77%. The male literacy rate is 56.62%, while the female literacy rate is 36.16%.