Kanwad
Kanwad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanwad 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 Kanwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanwad is 567337. The village spans a total geographical area of 562 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416103. Jaysingpur is nearest town to Kanwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kanwad
Population of Kanwad
Below is a concise population overview of Kanwad 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 | 3,280 | 1,671 | 1,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 194 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 214 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2,402 | 1,339 | 1,063 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 332 | 546 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanwad village:
- The total population of Kanwad village is around 3,280, including approximately 1,671 males and 1,609 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 369 children aged 0–6 years in Kanwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanwad village has 447 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 60 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanwad village is about 73.23%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 66.07%.
- There are around 672 households in Kanwad village.
Connectivity of Kanwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanwad. As per the 2011 stats, Kanwad 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanwad
- Where is Kanwad located?
- Kanwad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanwad?
- Kanwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanwad?
- The pincode of Kanwad is 416103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanwad is 3,280, with 1,671 males and 1,609 females.
- How many households are there in Kanwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanwad village has a total of 672 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanwad is 73.23%. The male literacy rate is 80.13%, while the female literacy rate is 66.07%.