Kewad - Madha, Solapur
Kewad is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kewad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewad is 561998. The village covers a total geographical area of 1562.28 hectares and falls under the 413209 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kewad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kewad
As per Census 2011, Kewad village has a total population of 2,101 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,000 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kewad
Kewad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Undargaon | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Jamgaon | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Turk-pimpri | East | 3.65 km |
| Darfal | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Wakav | South | 4.56 km |
| Anjangaon Umate | North | 4.78 km |
| Mahatpur | West | 5.23 km |
| Manegaon | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Khairewadi | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Rahulnagar | North-West | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kewad
Kewad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madha, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Kewad is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kewad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kewad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kewad
Where is Kewad located?
Kewad village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewad?
Kewad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kewad?
The pincode of Kewad is 413209.
What is the population of Kewad?
Kewad has a total population of 2,101, including 1,101 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Kewad?
There are 420 households in Kewad.
What is the literacy rate in Kewad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewad is 62.07%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 52.20%.