Kunkeshwar
Kunkeshwar is a village located in Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Devgad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Kunkeshwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kunkeshwar unique in its vibrant Devgad-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Kunkeshwar’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 Kunkeshwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunkeshwar is 566319. The village spans a total geographical area of 599.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416612. Malwan is nearest town to Kunkeshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Kunkeshwar
Population of Kunkeshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Kunkeshwar has a total population of about 1,829, with approximately 983 males and 846 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 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 81.41%, with male literacy at about 82.91% and female literacy near 79.67%. There are around 370 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunkeshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,829 | 983 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 110 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 815 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 168 | 172 |
Connectivity of Kunkeshwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunkeshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Kunkeshwar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunkeshwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunkeshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunkeshwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunkeshwar
- Where is Kunkeshwar located?
- Kunkeshwar village is situated in Devgad Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunkeshwar?
- Kunkeshwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunkeshwar?
- The pincode of Kunkeshwar is 416612, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunkeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunkeshwar is 1,829, with 983 males and 846 females.
- How many households are there in Kunkeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunkeshwar village has a total of 370 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunkeshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunkeshwar is 81.41%. The male literacy rate is 82.91%, while the female literacy rate is 79.67%.