Kanwad Village - Shirol, Kolhapur
Kanwad is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kanwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanwad is 567337. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 416103 pincode. Jaysingpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kanwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanwad
As per Census 2011, Kanwad village has a total population of 3,280 people, consisting of 1,671 males and 1,609 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,402 literate and 878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanwad are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kanwad
Kanwad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshwadi | South | 2.45 km |
| Kutwad | West | 2.62 km |
| Vijay Nagar | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Shedshal | South | 4.69 km |
| Dhavali | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Kavatheguland | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Shirati | West | 5.39 km |
| Ghalwad | North-West | 5.75 km |
| Kagawad | South-East | 6.12 km |
| Narwad | East | 6.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanwad
Kanwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vijayanagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaysingpur to Kanwad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kanwad is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanwad
Where is Kanwad located?
Kanwad village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanwad?
Kanwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanwad?
The pincode of Kanwad is 416103.
What is the population of Kanwad?
Kanwad has a total population of 3,280, including 1,671 males and 1,609 females.
How many households are there in Kanwad?
There are 672 households in Kanwad.
What is the literacy rate in Kanwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanwad is 73.23%. Male literacy is 80.13% and female literacy is 66.07%.