Kewad
Kewad is a village located in Madha tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Madha (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Kewad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kewad unique in its vibrant Madha-Solapur region. You’ll see Kewad’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 Kewad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewad is 561998. The village spans a total geographical area of 1562.28 hectares. Kurduvadi is nearest town to Kewad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kewad village comes under Madha assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kewad
Population of Kewad
According to the 2011 Census, Kewad has a total population of about 2,101, with approximately 1,101 males and 1,000 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 339 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.07%, with male literacy at about 71.03% and female literacy near 52.20%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,101 | 1,101 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 119 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 175 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 782 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 319 | 478 |
Connectivity of Kewad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewad. As per the 2011 stats, Kewad 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 Kewad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewad
- Where is Kewad located?
- Kewad village is situated in Madha Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewad?
- Kewad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kewad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewad is 2,101, with 1,101 males and 1,000 females.
- How many households are there in Kewad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewad village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewad is 62.07%. The male literacy rate is 71.03%, while the female literacy rate is 52.20%.