Kerewadi
Kerewadi is a village located in Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kavathemahankal (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Kerewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerewadi unique in its vibrant Kavathemahankal-Sangli region. You’ll see Kerewadi’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 Kerewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerewadi is 568775. The village spans a total geographical area of 618.58 hectares. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Kerewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerewadi 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 Khanapur 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 Kerewadi
Population of Kerewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kerewadi has a total population of about 1,034, with approximately 512 males and 522 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 151 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 61.90%, with male literacy at about 70.90% and female literacy near 53.07%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 512 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 76 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 640 | 363 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 149 | 245 |
Connectivity of Kerewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kerewadi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerewadi
- Where is Kerewadi located?
- Kerewadi village is situated in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerewadi?
- Kerewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kerewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerewadi is 1,034, with 512 males and 522 females.
- How many households are there in Kerewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerewadi village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerewadi is 61.90%. The male literacy rate is 70.90%, while the female literacy rate is 53.07%.