Kadani - Almel, Vijayapura
Kadani is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Sindgi and around 88 km from Bijapur. Kadani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadani is 599293. The village covers a total geographical area of 1776.25 hectares and falls under the 586202 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kadani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadani
As per Census 2011, Kadani village has a total population of 3,240 people, consisting of 1,677 males and 1,563 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,717 literate and 1,523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,240 | 1,677 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 254 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 412 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 1,032 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,523 | 645 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Kadani
Kadani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tavarkhed (old) | East | 3.04 km |
| Miragi | West | 3.10 km |
| Hanchinal | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Hiriyal | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Arjunagi [k.h.] | South | 4.57 km |
| Tarapur (old) | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Rodagi | North-West | 5.44 km |
| Bhosga | North-East | 5.55 km |
| Thontapur | South | 5.87 km |
| Arjunagi [b.k.] | South-West | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadani
Kadani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Boroti, 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindgi to Kadani is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kadani is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kadani
Where is Kadani located?
Kadani village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadani?
Kadani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kadani?
The pincode of Kadani is 586202.
What is the population of Kadani?
Kadani has a total population of 3,240, including 1,677 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Kadani?
There are 508 households in Kadani.
What is the literacy rate in Kadani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadani is 52.99%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 43.83%.