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.
Here you can discover what makes Aurwad unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Aurwad’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Aurwad has a total population of about 4,540, with approximately 2,293 males and 2,247 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 496 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.69%, with male literacy at about 82.16% and female literacy near 77.17%. There are around 836 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Aurwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.