Aurwad
Aurwad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Aurwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Aurwad 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 Aurwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aurwad is 567360. The village spans a total geographical area of 476.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416104. Kurundvad is nearest town to Aurwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Aurwad
Population of Aurwad
Below is a concise population overview of Aurwad 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 | 4,540 | 2,293 | 2,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 250 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 248 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,618 | 1,884 | 1,734 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 409 | 513 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Aurwad village:
- The total population of Aurwad village is around 4,540, including approximately 2,293 males and 2,247 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 496 children aged 0–6 years in Aurwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Aurwad village has 499 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Aurwad village is about 79.69%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 77.17%.
- There are around 836 households in Aurwad village.
Connectivity of Aurwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aurwad. As per the 2011 stats, Aurwad 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Aurwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Aurwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aurwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aurwad
- Where is Aurwad located?
- Aurwad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aurwad?
- Aurwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Aurwad?
- The pincode of Aurwad is 416104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Aurwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aurwad is 4,540, with 2,293 males and 2,247 females.
- How many households are there in Aurwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aurwad village has a total of 836 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aurwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aurwad is 79.69%. The male literacy rate is 82.16%, while the female literacy rate is 77.17%.