Koswan - Kalwan, Nashik
Koswan is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Koswan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koswan is 549790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1862.82 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Koswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koswan
As per Census 2011, Koswan village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 972 males and 1,001 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 1,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,960 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koswan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 972 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 171 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,960 | 961 | 999 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 438 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,207 | 534 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Koswan
Koswan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pratapnagar | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Punegaon | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Umbarde | North | 3.69 km |
| Virshet | West | 3.90 km |
| Khadaki | East | 4.08 km |
| Kumsadi | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Ambapur | South | 4.28 km |
| Jaidar | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Katharedigar | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Verule | South-East | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koswan
Koswan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Koswan is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koswan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koswan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koswan
Where is Koswan located?
Koswan village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koswan?
Koswan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koswan?
The pincode of Koswan is 423502.
What is the population of Koswan?
Koswan has a total population of 1,973, including 972 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Koswan?
There are 381 households in Koswan.
What is the literacy rate in Koswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koswan is 38.82%. Male literacy is 45.06% and female literacy is 32.77%.