Nandeshwar - Athni, Belagavi
Nandeshwar is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from Athani and around 170 km from Belgaum. Nandeshwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandeshwar is 597319. The village covers a total geographical area of 1355.46 hectares and falls under the 591240 pincode. Rabkavi- Banhatti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nandeshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandeshwar
As per Census 2011, Nandeshwar village has a total population of 4,121 people, consisting of 2,085 males and 2,036 females. The village has 815 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 589 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,429 literate and 1,692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 827 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandeshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,121 | 2,085 | 2,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 310 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 257 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 419 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 2,429 | 1,427 | 1,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,692 | 658 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Nandeshwar
Nandeshwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahishwadgi | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Halingali | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Janawad | East | 4.47 km |
| Satti | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Madanamatti | South | 5.26 km |
| Savadi | North-East | 6.82 km |
| Rabkavi (rural) | South | 7.52 km |
| Kulhalli | East | 7.64 km |
| Hangandi | South-West | 7.87 km |
| Dodwad | North-West | 7.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nandeshwar
Nandeshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rabkavi- Banhatti to Nandeshwar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Nandeshwar is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandeshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandeshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nandeshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandeshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nandeshwar
Where is Nandeshwar located?
Nandeshwar village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandeshwar?
Nandeshwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nandeshwar?
The pincode of Nandeshwar is 591240.
What is the population of Nandeshwar?
Nandeshwar has a total population of 4,121, including 2,085 males and 2,036 females.
How many households are there in Nandeshwar?
There are 815 households in Nandeshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Nandeshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandeshwar is 58.94%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 49.21%.