Kaswand
Kaswand is a village located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kasavand is the gram panchayat of Kaswand village.
Kaswand has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kaswand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaswand is 562972. The village spans a total geographical area of 344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 412805. Panchgani is nearest town to Kaswand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kaswand 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kaswand
Population of Kaswand
Below is a concise population overview of Kaswand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 390 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 319 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 71 | 137 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kaswand village:
- The total population of Kaswand village is around 781, including approximately 390 males and 391 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Kaswand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kaswand village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 81 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kaswand village is about 73.37%, with male literacy at 81.79% and female literacy at 64.96%.
- There are around 155 households in Kaswand village.
Connectivity of Kaswand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaswand. As per the 2011 stats, Kaswand 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaswand
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaswand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaswand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaswand
- Where is Kaswand located?
- Kaswand village is situated in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaswand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaswand is Kasavand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaswand?
- The pincode of Kaswand is 412805, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaswand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaswand is 781, with 390 males and 391 females.
- How many households are there in Kaswand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaswand village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaswand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaswand is 73.37%. The male literacy rate is 81.79%, while the female literacy rate is 64.96%.