Koswan
Koswan is a village located in Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Kalwan (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Koswan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Koswan unique in its vibrant Kalwan-Nashik region. You’ll see Koswan’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 Koswan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koswan is 549790. The village spans a total geographical area of 1862.82 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Koswan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Koswan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Koswan
Population of Koswan
According to the 2011 Census, Koswan has a total population of about 1,973, with approximately 972 males and 1,001 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 340 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,960. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.82%, with male literacy at about 45.06% and female literacy near 32.77%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Koswan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 972 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 171 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,960 | 961 | 999 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 438 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,207 | 534 | 673 |
Connectivity of Koswan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koswan. As per the 2011 stats, Koswan 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 Koswan
Knowing the nearby villages of Koswan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koswan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Koswan
- Where is Koswan located?
- Koswan village is situated in Kalwan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Koswan?
- Koswan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Koswan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koswan is 1,973, with 972 males and 1,001 females.
- How many households are there in Koswan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Koswan village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Koswan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koswan is 38.82%. The male literacy rate is 45.06%, while the female literacy rate is 32.77%.