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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandavan unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kandavan’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 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.
Google Map of Kandavan
Population of Kandavan
According to the 2011 Census, Kandavan has a total population of about 1,158, with approximately 544 males and 614 females. The sex ratio is around 1128 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 85 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 45.77%, with male literacy at about 56.62% and female literacy near 36.16%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandavan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.