Kotawade
Kotawade is a village located in Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kadegaon (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Kotawade village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotawade unique in its vibrant Kadegaon-Sangli region. You’ll see Kotawade’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 Kotawade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotawade is 568491. The village spans a total geographical area of 596.28 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Kotawade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotawade 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 Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotawade
Population of Kotawade
According to the 2011 Census, Kotawade has a total population of about 993, with approximately 501 males and 492 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 198 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.72%, with male literacy at about 82.63% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotawade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 | 501 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 96 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 742 | 414 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 87 | 164 |
Connectivity of Kotawade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotawade. As per the 2011 stats, Kotawade 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotawade
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotawade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotawade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotawade
- Where is Kotawade located?
- Kotawade village is situated in Kadegaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotawade?
- Kotawade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kotawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotawade is 993, with 501 males and 492 females.
- How many households are there in Kotawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotawade village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotawade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotawade is 74.72%. The male literacy rate is 82.63%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.