Kadwad
About Kadwad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kadwad village is 565241. Kadwad village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kadavd is the gram panchayat of Kadwad village.
The total geographical area of village is 1077.54 hectares. Kadwad has a total population of 1,277 peoples, out of which male population is 604 while female population is 673. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1114 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kadwad village is 62.73% out of which 71.36% males and 54.98% females are literate. There are about 324 houses in kadwad village.
When it comes to administration, Kadwad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kadwad village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to kadwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kadwad
Population of Kadwad
The population details of Kadwad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,277 | 604 | 673 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 431 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 173 | 303 |
Connectivity of Kadwad
| 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 Kadwad
Frequently Asked Questions about Kadwad
Where is Kadwad located?
Kadwad village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadwad is Kadavd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kadwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kadwad is 1,277, with 604 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Kadwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kadwad village has a total of 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kadwad is 62.73%. The male literacy rate is 71.36%, while the female literacy rate is 54.98%.