Kolkewadi
About Kolkewadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kolkewadi village is 565266. Kolkewadi village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kolkewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2984 hectares. Kolkewadi has a total population of 3,507 peoples, out of which male population is 1,784 while female population is 1,723. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 965 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kolkewadi village is 73.94% out of which 78.81% males and 68.89% females are literate. There are about 755 houses in kolkewadi village.
When it comes to administration, Kolkewadi 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, Kolkewadi village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to kolkewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Kolkewadi
The population details of Kolkewadi 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 | 3,507 | 1,784 | 1,723 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 408 | 239 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 2,593 | 1,406 | 1,187 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 378 | 536 |
Connectivity of Kolkewadi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kolkewadi
Where is Kolkewadi located?
Kolkewadi village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolkewadi?
Kolkewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kolkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolkewadi is 3,507, with 1,784 males and 1,723 females.
How many households are there in Kolkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kolkewadi village has a total of 755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolkewadi is 73.94%. The male literacy rate is 78.81%, while the female literacy rate is 68.89%.